Qualification Code: RGR30218

Qualification: Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) 

Course Category: Equine/Racing

RGR30218

Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)

RGR30218 - Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) 
 

OPTION 1:  RGR30218 - Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) - Mandatory Training

COURSE SUMMARY
This partial qualification provides the introduction to the racing industry and allows for students to complete the Racing Victoria Licencing Requirements. 
On completion of the Mandatory Training units, students can apply to complete the RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) - Traineeship as outlined in Option 2 below. 

DELIVERY METHOD
Workplace / Flexible Delivery

OPTION 2:  RGR30218 - Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) - Traineeship

COURSE SUMMARY
This partial 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. 

CAREER OUTCOMES
Stablehand

DURATION (GUIDE ONLY)
Class Delivery
Traineeship/Apprenticeship
Part time: 18 months
Full time: 12 months


DELIVERY METHOD
Workplace / Flexible Delivery

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Must be currently employed at a thoroughbred racing stable.

HOW TO APPLY
To enrol into this qualification, please select RGR30218 - Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) - Traineeship from the Skillinvest Limited Website > Training page. 
Contact your VET teacher at your school.

FEES & CHARGES
To view the TR002 - Indicative Fees and Charges, please click on the below link:
www.skillinvest.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/TR002VIC-Indicative-Fees-and-Charges-1-2.pdf 
These are indicative fees only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. 
The tuition fees as published are subject to change. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances.


QUALIFICATION 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

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To receive this qualification you must complete 2 core units.
CORE UNITS
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork

Elective units have been chosen by Skillinvest based on feedback from industry.
 
CORE UNITS ELECTIVE UNITS
ACMEQU208  Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others RGRPSH209  Attend horses at race meeting and trials
RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity RGRPSH302 Supervise handling of horses
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork RGRPSH312  Transport horses by road 
RGRPSH202 Assist with transportation of horses RGRPSH401 Provide care and treatment of horses
RGRPSH207 Perform racing stable duties RGRPSH420  Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs
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 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. 



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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.