CERTIFICATE IV IN RACING (RACE HORSE TRAINER)
Purpose
The Racehorse Training & Management course offers
theoretical and practical knowledge and skills related to the
operation of a business of training thoroughbred horses for
industry regulated competition leading to achievement of the
Certificate IV in Racing (Race Horse Trainer) qualification.
The course provides training in the care, maintenance and racing
performance of thoroughbred horses. Individuals who have
successfully completed the course will have developed a sound
knowledge of all aspects of the industry and have acquired
competencies, which enable performance of all tasks and duties
associated with running a racing establishment including management
of staff, finances and equipment. This is not an
introductory course for those with no experience or skills.
Course entry requirements apply see below
Licensing requirements of Racing Queensland are separate to this
course and should be obtained separately. This training does not
guarantee success in any license application.
Delivery
The Certificate IV will be delivered via flexible delivery,
combining self paced learning resources, phone support, workshops
and tutorials. Distance and flexible learning will commence upon
receipt of the enrolment form and fees. Workshops will be organised
as required, dependant on enrolment patterns. Tutorials are usually
held on Monday nights between 6pm and 9pm, a timetable will be
provided after enrolment.
Duration
As the Certificate IV in Racing (Race Horse Trainer) is a
competency based qualification the time frame for completion is
dependant on the individual. However individuals who take longer
than 24 months to complete the qualification may be required to pay
further fees for units of competency not yet completed.
Course Costs
- An initial fee of $364.00 applies for all students, which
covers the cost of administration, learning resources, tuition and
student support. This fee covers training in the first four units
undertaken.
- The total cost for the course will average $1,155.00 depending
on the electives selected, students being invoiced course fees at
the end of the month that the unit was commenced.
- Fee exemptions are available. See attached information of fee
exemptions.
- The initial fee must be paid before enrolments can be
processed. Fees can be paid in person at the Racing Queensland
office or alternatively a cheque or money order may be posted to
Racing Queensland. Please include your enrolment form with any
payment.
- The hourly training costs for this course are being
funded by the Queensland Department of Employment and
Training.
Content
To successfully complete the Racehorse Training & Management
course and receive a Certificate IV in Racing (Race Horse Trainer)
an individual must complete:
The units of competency are listed below.
No more than 2 level 5 electives (marked with asterix)
Core units
RGRCMN001A Comply with the rules of racing and related
protocols
RGRCMN401A Maintain and monitor OHS procedures and environmental
work practices
RGRPSH408A Manage horse health and welfare
RGRPSH421A Operate horse racing training business
RGRPSH503A Trial and race horses
RGRPSH417A Participate in protests, inquiries and appeals
BSBSMB407A Manage a small team
Elective units (select eight)
RGRCMN402A Participate in media interviews for racing
RGRPSH301A Implement stable operations
RGRPSH302A Supervise handling of horses
RGRPSH401A Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care
and treatment of horses
RGRPSH409A Determine nutritional requirements for racing
horses
RGRPSH420A Participate in implementing racehorse exercise
programs
RGRPSH422A Promote and maintain business arrangements with
racehorse owners
*RGRPSH501A Plan and adapt training and conditioning programs for
racehorses
*RGRPSH502A Plan and implement education of horses for
racehorses
*RGRPSH504A Develop systems and records for horse racing business
training operations
*RGRPSH505A Select horses for racing
BSBITU203A Communicate electronically
SRXGRO002A Deal with conflict
*BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policies and procedures for
sustainability
Course Entry Requirements
Before joining the course participants of the course should be
able to demonstrate skills and knowledge in the identification,
safe catching, controlling and handling of racehorses. Demonstrated
competency in the general care and maintenance of racing horses is
also required. Participants should also be able to operate as an
individual and in a team in the stable environment within the range
of their skills and knowledge. Therefore prior experience in the
above areas is required and participants must be able to provide
evidence of these skills and experience.
Where practical skills are required to be demonstrated in a racing
stable, at least a current stablehand licence will be required.
Assessment
All units will be assessed to national standards and consist of
written tests, practical demonstrations and projects.
Participants requiring additional support may be offered additional
delivery and assessment arrangements.
Recognition of Prior Learning / Current
Competence
Participants wishing to apply for recognition of prior learning
/ current competence will be provided with information on
enrolment, which includes the process to be followed in making an
application. Upon receipt of the application, assessment is
undertaken, and post assessment guidance provided. The RPL will
focus on the competencies held as a result of formal and informal
training, not how, when or where the learning occurred. The RPL
will be available to all participants.
Fees for units completed through RPL will still be charged at the
full rate, as required by the Department of Employment and
Training.
Course Outcomes
The course consists of units from the nationally recognised
Racing Industry Training Package's Certificate IV in Racing (Race
Horse Trainer). Individuals successfully completing all
requirements of the course will receive the qualification
Certificate IV in Racing (Race Horse Trainer). A statement of
attainment will be issued for units completed in the course for
individuals who only partially complete the qualification.
The title of the qualification is related to the Racing Industry
Training Package and has no reflection on licence types issued by
Racing Queensland.
How to apply
Complete enrolment form and forward with payment to:
Racing Queensland
Training Department
PO Box 63
Sandgate Qld 4017
Further information
For further information:
Website:
Information on the qualification, student handbook and policies of
the RTO are available on the Racing Queenslandwebsite.
www.racingqueensland.com.au
Contact:
Jeanette Hannah
Training Officer
Racing Queensland
Ph: 3869 9738
Email: training@racingqueensland.com.au
The Queensland Department of Education
and Training provides funding support for training
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