RGR30108 Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider)

Course Aim
To develop general horse management skills commonly used in the horse racing industry, with special emphasis given to the development of skills required to ride racehorses in trackwork.

Career Opportunities
Participants in this program will receive solid grounding in all areas of the horse industry.  Persons successfully completing this course will be eligible for employment in the thoroughbred industry as exercise and track riders; responsible and accountable to the Trainer for the exercise and riding of track work within the training program and operation of the stable.

Entry Requirements
Minimum age – 15 years.   Applicants must be in good health.  A reasonably high level of physical fitness is essential.  A genuine interest in horses and their care is essential.

Delivery Mode
Our course is challenging, fun and innovative, with a practical focus on developing riding skills at the College. This is enhanced by a work experience program that includes riding for Racehorse Trainers.

Course Duration
Local Students: 40 weeks
International Students: 44 weeks

Assessments
All assessments are competency based.  Assessments will be conducted throughout the course in the classroom and in practical work situations.  Track riding skills will be comprehensively evaluated to meet the relevant industry standards.

English Requirements
For International students whose first language is not English, a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required for course entry.
English proficiency classes available upon application.

Program Content Covered in this Course
A total of 19 Units of Competency  -   *16 core units     *3 elective units

Core Units
RGRCMN201A    Follow OHS procedures and observe environmental work practices
HLTHFA301B      Apply first aid
RGRCMN001A    Comply with the rules of racing and related protocols
RGRCMN202A    Achieve requirements for industry induction
RGRCMN003A    Manage personal health and fitness
PUACOM001B    Communicate in the workplace
RGRPSH201A    Handle horses
RGRPSH202A    Assist with transportation of horses
RGRPSH205A    Perform basic riding tasks
RGRPSH206A    Develop riding skills for flatwork
RGRPSH207A    Perform stable duties
RGRPSH208A    Attend horses at trackwork
RGRPSH304A    Identify factors that affect racehorse performance
RGRPSH306A    Develop basic trackwork riding skills
RGRPSH307A     Exercise horses in pacework
RGRPSH404A     Ride horses at trackwork

Electives Units (choose three)
BSBITU203A     Communicate electronically
RGRPSH209A   Attend horses at race meetings and trials
RGRPSH301A    Implement stable operations
RGRPSH309A    Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction
RGRPSH310A    Prepare for self-management in racing
RGRPSH405A    Ride horses in jump outs
RGRPSH407A    Educate thoroughbred horses for racing.

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