Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 4.1. |
Release 1 |
This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 1.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are beginning their careers in the greyhound industry and/or work in one specific area. These individuals undertake a broad range of tasks related to the care and welfare of greyhounds. They work under direction on most occasions but are also able to act autonomously in certain situations that require solutions to a limited range of problems or working as part of a team.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this qualification. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 10 units of competency:
- 7 core units plus
- 3 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- at least 2 from the electives listed below
- up to 1 from the RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Core Units
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
ACMGAS202 |
Participate in workplace communications |
ACMWHS201 |
Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
RGRPSG201 |
Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG203 |
Promote and enhance greyhound behaviour |
RGRPSG204* |
Attend greyhounds during and after exercise routines |
RGRPSG207 |
Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice |
RGRPSG208* |
Promote and enhance greyhound health and welfare |
Elective Units
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
ACMGAS304 |
Carry out simple breeding procedures |
HLTAID011 |
Provide First Aid |
RGRPSG202* |
Transport greyhounds |
RGRPSG205* |
Attend greyhounds at race meetings |
RGRPSG206* |
Catch and control greyhounds |
RGRPSG209* |
Ethically rehome a greyhound |
RGRPSG302* |
Assess health and provide first aid for greyhounds |
RGRPSG303* |
Meet nutritional needs of greyhounds |
RGRPSG304 |
Participate in greyhound racing inquiries and appeals |
Prerequisite Requirements
Unit of competency |
Prerequisite requirement |
RGRPSG202 Transport greyhounds |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG204 Attend greyhounds during and after exercise routines |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG205 Attend greyhounds at race meetings |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG206 Catch and control greyhounds |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG208 Promote and enhance greyhound health and welfare |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG209 Ethically rehome a greyhound |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG302 Assess health and provide first aid for greyhounds |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
RGRPSG303 Meet nutritional needs of greyhounds |
RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) Release 2 |
RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) Release 1 |
Qualification updated to replace superseded first aid unit, as approved by the AISC in consultation with ASQA |
Equivalent |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c4b8489-f7e1-463b-81c8-6ecce6c192a0