OVERVIEW
The RGR40118 Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer) – Apprenticeship qualification reflects the role of individuals licensed to operate a business that trains horses under racing industry regulated licensing criteria for the purpose of competing in industry-regulated events in the harness or thoroughbred racing codes. It covers the care, maintenance and performance of racehorses and the tasks and duties associated with running a racing establishment, including managing staff, finances and equipment. Trainers are responsible for planning and organising their own work, leading others and carrying out often complex and non-routine tasks. This qualification is required for industry licensing and registration in some states and territories. Refer to the relevant state or territory Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.
To receive this qualification you must complete 7 core units, plus 9 elective units.
Elective units have been chosen by Skillinvest based on feedback from industry.
CORE UNITS
BSBSMB407 Manage a small team
BSBWHS30 Maintain workplace safety
RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
RGRCMN305 Participate in racing protests and inquires
RGRPSH302 Supervise handling of horses
RGRPSH408 Manage horse health and welfare
RGRPSH421 Operate horse racing training business
ELECTIVE UNITS
RGRPSH301 Implement stable operations
RGRPSH401 Provide care and treatment for horses
RGRPSH407 Educate thoroughbred horses for racing
RGRPSH420 Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs
RGRPSH422 Promote and maintain business arrangements with racehorse owners
RGRPSH503 Trial and race horses
RGRPSH504 Develop systems and records for horse racing business training operations
RGRPSH502 Plan and implement education of horses for racing
RGRPSH409 Determine nutritional requirements for racing horses
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?
- Foreperson
- Assistant Trainer
- Racehorse Trainer
What is the duration of the Training Program?
Maximum duration for full-time is 36 months and part-time 72 months.
How is the Training Program delivered?
Workplace / Flexible Delivery
What are the entry requirements?
Must be currently employed at and must have a training agreement with a registered employer from a thoroughbred racing stable to enrol into the apprenticeship program.
To undertake this Training Program, you must have a racing industry Certificate III qualification demonstrating industry-relevant experience in the care, welfare and management of horses such as RGR30518 Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider), or RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand), or RGR30318 Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand) or demonstrated equivalent skills and knowledge in the care, welfare and management of horses commensurate with the qualifications above.
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.