RGR50118 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer)

Release 3

RGR50118 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer)

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 3	This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 4.1.
Release 2	This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 3.0.
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 a business that trains horses commercially for multiple owners to compete in industry-regulated events in the harness or thoroughbred racing codes. The trainer at this level generally manages a large training establishment with several staff members, often operating interstate and/or internationally, with extensive demands from owners, media and public.

The qualification covers high-level technical, planning and management skills required to manage a complex business as well as detailed knowledge of the rules relating to racing partnerships and syndication, and horse pedigree, conformation and animal physiology.

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.

Competencies attained in the units packaged for this qualification will apply to the harness and thoroughbred codes of the industry. Consequently, when performance criteria are applied they will relate to the harness or thoroughbred code and a Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer) must contain a statement as follows:

‘This qualification was achieved under the conditions operating in the [insert relevant racing code - harness OR thoroughbred] code of the racing industry.’

Entry Requirements

To undertake this qualification the individual must have:

extensive skills and knowledge commensurate with RGR40118 Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer) demonstrating industry-relevant experience in the care, welfare and management of horses.

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

12 units of competency:

7 core units plus

5 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:

3 from the electives listed below

up to 2 from the electives listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Core Units

BSBSUS501	Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
RGRCMN402	Participate in media interviews for racing
RGRPSH422	Promote and maintain business arrangements with racehorse owners
RGRPSH501	Plan and adapt training and conditioning programs for racehorses
RGRPSH502	Plan and implement education of horses for racing
RGRPSH504	Develop systems and records for horse racing business training operations
RGRPSH505	Select horses for racing

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.

ACMEQU205	Apply knowledge of horse behaviour
ACMEQU406*	Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver
ACMINF502	Manage equine biosecurity and infection control
BSBSMB403	Market the small business
BSBSMB421	Manage small business finances
BSBSMB407	Manage a small team
BSBWHS401	Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
HLTAID016	Manage first aid services and resources
MSMSUP280	Manage conflict at work
RGRPSH401	Provide care and treatment of horses
RGRPSH409	Determine nutritional requirements for racing horses
RGRPSH420	Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs
RGRPSH423	Train horses for jumping racing
RGRPSH424	Re-educate horses to manage behaviours and/or transition to new purposes
RGRPSH425	Advise on transitioning and rehoming horses
RGRTRK402	Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions
SIRXMKT006	Develop a social media strategy
SISXEMR002	Coordinate emergency responses
TAEASS301	Contribute to assessment
TAEASS401	Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402	Assess competence
TAEDEL301	Provide work skill instruction

Prerequisite requirements

Unit of competency	Prerequisite requirement
ACMEQU406 Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver	ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour

Qualification Mapping Information

Code and title current version	Code and title previous version	Comments	Equivalence status
RGR50118 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer) Release 3	RGR50118 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer) Release 2	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