OVERVIEW
The RGR20221 Certificate II in Racing Industry (Stablehand) qualification reflects the skills and knowledge for supporting jobs within the horse racing industry. It allows for specialisation in various roles including stablehand (harness or thoroughbred), stud hand (breeding), track maintenance and racing administration. Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structed with limited judgement requirements. Some licensing or registration requirements may sit within this qualification. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.
CORE UNITS
ACMGAS202 Participate in workplace communications
BSBWHS211 Contribute to health and safety of self and others – Mandatory Unit
RGRCMN201 Investigate job opportunities in racing and related industries
RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
ELECTIVE UNITS
ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behavior
ACMEQU208 Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses
ACMHBR203 Provide daily care for horses
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorse in stables and at trackwork – Mandatory Unit
RGRPSH202 Assist with transportation of horses
RGRPSH207 Perform racing stable duties
RGRPSH209 Attend horses at race meeting and trials
RGRPSH211 Work effectively in the horse racing industry
RGRPSH301 Implement Stable Operations
SISXEMR001 Respond to emergency situations
Elective unit selection should be discussed with your training provider to successfully customise a package to meet industry needs
BEFORE YOU ENROL
Please contact RTO Administration on 1300 135 008 to discuss any enrolment requirements.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the potential career outcomes?
- Stablehand
- Foreperson
- Racing Administration
- Stud Hand
- Racing Manager
What is the duration of the Training Program?
The maximum duration for full-time is 18 months and part-time 36 months.
How is the Training Program delivered?
Workplace / Flexible Delivery
What are the entry requirements?
You must be currently employed by a horse racing stable.
All students must complete the enrolment process to undertake the Training Program including a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-Training Review to ensure the training program is suitable for the student to enrol.
South Australia: This training is supported by the Government of South Australia. Participant Eligibility Criteria Applies, visit www.skills.sa.gov.au for Participant Eligibility Criteria.
Tasmania: This training is subsidised under by the Department of State Growth, Tasmania.
Victoria: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding, eligibility criteria applies. People with a disability are encouraged to apply.