RGR40218 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)

Release: 1

RGR40218 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 2.0.

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals licensed to operate as a jockey and compete in industry-regulated events in the thoroughbred racing code.

Jockeys are independent professional athletes who ride racehorses at race meetings, barrier trials and trackwork. Most are independent contractors offering their riding services to compete in racing industry regulated race meetings, with some retained by racing stables. A jockey possesses the highest level of race riding skills, requiring a high degree of decision-making skill and reaction time during races, and the ability to exercise judgement when choosing mounts and assessing horse form.

The qualification reflects the requirement for jockeys to identify and advise on factors that affect racehorse performance; give advice on horse ability, fitness and progress; observe rules of racing and industry policies and guidelines; communicate with racing industry officials and media, and take instruction and advice from trainers and owners. It covers the knowledge required to perform on a daily basis at specific bodyweight and peak fitness and business skills required for self-employment to enable jockeys to market their services, and manage personal finances and business operations.

This qualification is required for industry licensing and registration in some states and territories. Refer to the relevant state or territory Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.

^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units

Entry Requirements

To commence this qualification an individual must:

have completed RGR30518 Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) or

demonstrated skills and experience in riding and handling thoroughbred horses commensurate with the Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider).

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

17 units of competency:

11 core units plus

6 elective units.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:

at least 4 from the electives listed below

up to 2 from the electives listed below, 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.

BSBSMB303	Organise finances for the micro business
BSBSMB305	Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for micro business
RGRCMN305	Participate in racing protests and inquiries
RGRCMN402	Participate in media interviews for racing
RGRPSH310	Prepare for self-management in racing
RGRPSH405*	Ride horses in jump outs
RGRPSH413	Prepare for race riding
RGRPSH414*	Ride horses in trials
RGRPSH415*	Ride horses in races
RGRPSH418	Set goals to improve racing performance
RGRPSH419	Manage principles of sports science for jockeys

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.

BSBFIA301	Maintain financial records
BSBFIA303	Process accounts payable and receivable
BSBINM301	Organise workplace information
BSBWOR501	Manage personal work priorities and professional development
HLTAID003 ^ HLTAID011	Provide first aid Provide First Aid (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
PSPGEN052	Undertake and promote career management
RGRPSH306	Develop basic trackwork riding skills
RGRPSH307*	Exercise horses in pacework
RGRPSH404*	Ride horses at trackwork
RGRPSH406*	Develop riding skills for jumping racing
RGRPSH407	Educate thoroughbred horses for racing
RGRPSH416	Perform trial and race jumping riding skills
RGRTRK402	Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions
SISSCOP308A	Model the responsibilities of an elite athlete
SISSCOP309A	Design an athlete’s diet

Prerequisite requirements

Note: Units listed in the Prerequisite requirement column that have their own prerequisite requirements are shown with an asterisk (*)

Unit of competency	Prerequisite requirement
RGRPSH307 Exercise horses in pacework	RGRPSH306 Develop basic trackwork riding skills
RGRPSH404 Ride horses at trackwork	RGRPSH307 Exercise horses in pacework*
RGRPSH405 Ride horses in jump outs	RGRPSH404 Ride horses at trackwork*
RGRPSH406 Develop riding skills for jumping racing	RGRPSH404 Ride horses at trackwork*
RGRPSH414 Ride horses in trials	RGRPSH405 Ride horses in jump outs*
RGRPSH415 Ride horses in races	RGRPSH413 Prepare for race riding

Qualification Mapping Information

Code and title current version	Code and title previous version	Comments	Equivalence status
RGR40218 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)	RGR40208 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)	Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages Entry requirements added Changes to core and elective units to reflect role requirements	No equivalent qualification

Links

Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c4b8489-f7e1-463b-81c8-6ecce6c192a0