Course Details
Equine RGR30208 Certificate III in Racing (Advanced Stablehand)
The Harness Training Centre operates as close to as possible as a professional racing stable enabling all students to experience the work place in readiness to enter the real world of employment. This aspect of education and training is unique, as it allows students to experience all aspects of the racing industry.
» Location: Logan Park Warragul Showgrounds
» Course Description:
The Certificate III in Racing (Advanced Stablehand) reflects the role of persons who are responsible for the daily operations in an Agistment centre, thoroughbred or harness racing stable. This course will give the participant practical and comprehensive skills in horse husbandry in areas such as: handling horses safely, equine nutrition, first aid, health and wellbeing, anatomy and other areas associated with horse management.
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» Duration: 30 weeks full time or Flexible delivery option available Contact the Co-ordinator
» Commencement: 15/2/2010
» Cost: Fees: $ 1,247.80 Concession: $367.80 (health care, pension card Newstart etc.). Payment Plan available
» Course Guide: Certificate III Racing Stablehand 2010
» Essentials/Prerequisites: Entry requirements: Students need be 15 years of age and a minimum Year 8 or equivalent qualification. Selection of eligible students will be based on interview with an industry panel. Students will need to show elements of motivation, awareness of industry requirements and a passion to work in the industry.
» Pathways:
Graduates may gain work in professional stables as stablehands, working with minimum supervision or continue on to complete a higher Certificate in the Racing Stream (E.g. Certificate IV in Racing).
» Recognition of Prior Learning/Credit Transfers:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Students wishing to apply for RPL need to indicate this on the Enrolment Form. RPL Application Forms are available from the Course Co-ordinator.
Credit Transfer: Credit Transfer is the recognition and acknowledgment of modules or units of competency acquired through prior formal credentialed training (identical academic experience).
ECG grants Credit Transfer under our Mutual Recognition obligations.
» Contact:
Des Hughes
Logan Park Warragul
Education Centre Gippsland
PO Box 249 Warragul 3820
Mobile: 0419 588 528