RGR40118 – Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer) – Apprenticeship
COURSE SUMMARY
This 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
POSSIBLE CAREER OUTCOMES
Foreperson
Assistant Trainer
Racehorse Trainer
DURATION (GUIDE ONLY)
Up to 18 months
DELIVERY METHOD
Workplace / Flexible Delivery
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
FEES & CHARGES
Refer to the Fees & Charges on our Skillinvest website
To view the TR002 – Indicative Fees and Charges, please click on the below link:
https://www.skillinvest.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/TR002-Indicative-Fees-and-Charges-1.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 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 | ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
| BSBSMB407 | Manage a small team | RGRPSH301 | Implement stable operations |
| BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | RGRPSH401 | Provide care and treatment for horses |
| RGRCMN203 | Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity | RGRPSH407 | Educate thoroughbred horses for racing |
| RGRCMN305 | Participate in racing protests and inquires | RGRPSH409 | Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs |
| RGRPSH302 | Supervise handling of horses | RGRPSH422 | Promote and maintain business arrangements with racehorse owners |
| RGRPSH408 | Manage horse health and welfare | RGRPSH503 | Trial and race horses |
| RGRPSH421 | Operate horse racing training business | RGRPSH504 | Develop systems and records for horse racing business training operations |
| RGRPSH502 | Plan and implement education of horses for racing | ||
** 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.