OVERVIEW
This qualification provides the introduction to the racing industry and allows for specialisation in sectors or roles, including stablehand (harness or thoroughbred), stud hand (breeding), track maintenance and racing administration. Occupational licensing or registration requirements apply to this qualification in some states and territories. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority in each state for current requirements.
To meet the packaging rules and attain the qualification, a total of 18 units must be completed, when selecting units:
12 core units
6 elective units
CORE UNITS
ACMEQU208 Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others
RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
RGRPSH202 Assist with transportation of horses
RGRPSH207 Perform racing stable duties
RGRPSH211 Work effectively in the horse racing industry
RGRPSH301 Implement stable operations
RGRPSH303 Organise and oversee transportation of horses
RGRPSH304 Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race
RGRPSH308 Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines
RGRPSH309 Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction
ELECTIVE UNITS
ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour
RGRPSH209 Attend horses at race meeting and trials
RGRPSH302 Supervise handling of horses
RGRPSH312 Transport horses by road
RGRPSH401 Provide care and treatment of horses
RGRPSH420 Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs
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
What is the duration of this Training Program?
Class delivery
Traineeship/Apprenticeship
Part time: 18 months
Full time: 12 months
(guide only)
How is the Training Program delivered?
Workplace / Flexible Delivery
What are the entry requirements?
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.
How do I apply?
Contact your VET or careers teacher at your school.
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.