Qualification Code: RGR40221

Qualification: Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)

RGR40221 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)

OVERVIEW

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for individuals licensed to operate as a jockey and compete in industry regulated events in the thoroughbred racing code. Jockeys are athletes who ride racehorses at race meetings, barrier trials and trackwork. A jockey possesses the highest level of racing riding skills, requiring a high degree of decision-making skills and decision time during races, and the ability to exercise judgement when choosing mounts and assessing horse form. This qualification is required for industry licensing and registration in some states ad territories. Refer to the relevant state or territory Principal Racing Authority for current requirements including selection into an apprentice jockey program.

CORE UNITS

RGRCMN305    Participate in racing protests and inquires        

RGRCMN402    Participate in media interviews for racing          

RGRPSH201      Handle racehorses in stable and at trackwork 

RGRPSH205      Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry            

RGRPSH306      Develop basic trackwork riding skills   

RGRPSH307      Exercise horses in pacework    

RGRPSH310      Prepare for self-management in racing              

RGRPSH404      Ride horses at trackwork           

RGRPSH405      Ride horses in jump outs           

RGRPSH413      Prepare for race riding 

RGRPSH414      Ride horses in trials     

RGRPSH415      Ride horses in races     

RGRPSH418      Set goals to improve racing performance           

RGRPSH419      Manage principles of sports science for jockeys            

ELECTIVE UNITS

RGRTRK402      Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions 

RGRPSH407      Educate horses for racing          

RGRPSH304      Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race    

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.

 

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.