VDSS EQUINE

CORE UNITS

ACMEQU212 Handle horses safely

ACMEQU213 Follow safe work practices in equine industries

VU23586 Work effectively in an equine organisation

VU23587 Implement and monitor horse health and welfare practices

VU23588 Implement and monitor horse feeding programs

VU23589 Relate equine form to function

VU23590 Identify equine anatomy

VU23591 Identify and describe equine physiology

ELECTIVE UNITS*

Racing/Mandatory Training:

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork

Riding/General:

VU23592 Demonstrate basic horse riding or driving skills

ACMEQU216 Check and treat horses

*Students can select three out of the four available elective units, allowing them to tailor their learning to suit their individual interests and career goals.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements for this Training Program.

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.

This training program is offered through Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VDSS) and is available for secondary students in Years 10-12 who live within the Ballarat region.

Clothing/Footwear requirements:

• Riding helmet
• Work boots comprising of safety toe and a sole that is resistant to most oils, acids and chemicals
• Long pants for safety purposes

What are the potential career outcomes and study pathways?

Upon completion of the Training Program, the employment pathways may include:

• Stable hand
• Horse care attendant
• Equine facility assistant

Further study pathways may include:

• RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)
• RGR30518 Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider)
• RGR40118 Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer)

Note: Skillinvest may not offer all Training Programs listed above as possible study pathways.

Where is this Training Program delivered?

• Skillinvest Ballarat (theory)
  110 Lydiard St N, Ballarat Central
• Mt Rowan or Newington (practical)

What is the duration of this Training Program?

One day per week over 2 years during school terms.

Students will be assessed based on the unit of competency requirements and assessment conditions.

This may include a combination of:

• Knowledge questions
• Workplace practical/simulation
• Written projects
• Third Party Reports
• Test (oral, written or practical)

Upon completion of the Training Program, Students will be awarded with a nationally recognised certificate and Statement of attainment.

Not applicable

Secondary school students interested in participating in this training program should contact their school Careers or VET Coordinator.

Credit Transfer (CT)

Skillinvest Ltd recognises all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other training providers. A student may apply to have a unit of competency recognised by Longerenong College if the unit code and title exactly matches the unit of competency for which recognition is being sought; or if the unit of competency held is superseded and equivalent to the current unit of competency.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skillinvest Ltd recognises that people learn and acquire skills and knowledge in ways other than just formal study or current training. A person may acquire skills relevant to the work situation through non-accredited training courses, workplace training, hobbies, interests and life experience. Sometimes the skills and knowledge acquired in these ways can be applied to the current workplace tasks and roles a person is performing. The RPL process measures these previously acquired skills and knowledge against unit/s of competency.

Skillinvest Ltd verify the evidence provided by prospective students applying for Recognition of Prior Learning.

During the Pre-Training Review and Enrolment Process, Prospective Students are informed of the Credit Transfer and RPL process and any associated fees that may be incurred.