Course Level
Certificate II
Certificate II in Racing Industry - RGR20221
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for supporting job roles in the horse or greyhound racing industry. It allows for specialisation in various roles, including stable hand (harness or thoroughbred), stud hand (breeding), track maintenance and racing administration.Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements.Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.Licensing or registration requirements apply to this qualification in some states and territories. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Horsham | Full-time - 18 months | $7,100 | N/A |
Longerenong | Full-time - 18 months | $7,100 | N/A |
Dandenong | Full-time - 18 months | $7,100 | N/A |
Subjects
- Plan and apply time management
- Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice
- Work effectively with others
- Care for broodmares
- Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment
- Provide emergency animal assistance
- Work effectively in the horse racing industry
- Perform basic driving tasks
- Apply knowledge of horse behaviour
- Respond to emergency situations
- Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
- Operate machinery and equipment
- Assist with transportation of horses
- Attend horses at race meetings and trials
- Promote and enhance greyhound behaviour
- Use business software applications
- Handle horses safely
- Write simple documents
- Investigate job opportunities in racing and related industries
- Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
- Prepare to drive jog work
- Follow site biosecurity procedures
- Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry
- Operate vehicles
- Handle young horses
- Deliver a service to customers
- Maintain properties and structures
- Assist with oestrus detection in mares
- Provide First Aid
- Process and maintain workplace information
- Participate in workplace communications
- Perform racing stable duties
- Provide responsible service of alcohol
- Provide non-riding exercise to horses
- Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
- Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses
- Apply chemicals under supervision
- Provide daily care for horses