Army MOS · Support
D2 Military Horseman
Overview
A Military Horseman handles military working horses safely, performs proper groundwork, and practices western and ceremonial riding. The horseman identifies and applies riding and ceremonial tack, maintains the health and welfare of military working horses, and receives training in basic equine medical aid and horse anatomy.
Core Skills
- animal care and welfare
- basic medical assessment and first aid
- safety and risk management
- preventive health procedures
- equipment and inventory management
- training and instruction
- standard operating procedure compliance
- recordkeeping and documentation
- teamwork and collaboration
- attention to detail
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Veterinary
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Horsemanship Association Riding Instructor Certification
- PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor
- Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE)
Career Growth
- Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL)
- Certified Equine Interaction Professional (CEIP)
- Veterinary Technician Specialist in Nutrition (VTS-Nutrition)
What the Work Involves
- Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes.
- Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas.
- Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
- Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as pens and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles.
Related Occupations
- Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
- Animal Control Workers
- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
- Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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