Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 1 |
This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 4.0 |
Qualification Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for supporting job roles in the horse or greyhound racing industry. It allows for specialisation in various roles, including stable hand (harness or thoroughbred), stud hand (breeding), track maintenance and racing administration.
Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
Licensing or registration requirements apply to this qualification in some states and territories. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 14 units of competency:
- 4 core units plus
- 10 elective units.
For the award of the Certificate II in Racing Industry choose:
- at least 7 units from the electives in Groups A to E
- up to 3 units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate II in Racing Industry (Stablehand) choose:
- all 5 electives from Group A
- at least 3 units from the electives in Groups A to E excluding specialisation electives already selected
- up to 2 units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate II in Racing Industry (Stud Hand) choose:
- all 5 electives from Group B
- at least 3 units from the electives in Groups A to E excluding specialisation electives already selected
- up to 2 units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate II in Racing Industry (Track Maintenance) choose:
- all 4 electives from Group C
- at least 4 units from the electives in Groups A to E excluding specialisation electives already selected
- up to 2 units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate II in Racing Industry (Administration) choose:
- all 4 electives from Group D
- at least 4 units from the electives in Groups A to E excluding specialisation electives already selected
- up to 2 units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Where two specialisations are completed, award of the qualification would read (for example), Certificate II in Racing Industry (Stablehand, Administration).
Core Units
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ACMGAS202 |
Participate in workplace communications |
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BSBWHS211 |
Contribute to the health and safety of self and others |
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RGRCMN201 |
Investigate job opportunities in racing and related industries |
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RGRCMN203 |
Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity |
Elective Units
Group A Stablehand
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.
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ACMEQU205 |
Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
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RGRPSH201 |
Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
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RGRPSH202* |
Assist with transportation of horses |
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RGRPSH207* |
Perform racing stable duties |
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RGRPSH209* |
Attend horses at race meetings and trials |
Group B Stud Hand
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.
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ACMEQU202* |
Handle horses safely |
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ACMEQU205 |
Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
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ACMHBR203 |
Provide daily care for horses |
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AHCBIO204 |
Follow site biosecurity procedures |
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RGRHBR201 |
Assist with oestrus detection in mares |
Group C Track Maintenance
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AHCCHM201 |
Apply chemicals under supervision |
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AHCINF203 |
Maintain properties and structures |
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AHCMOM205 |
Operate vehicles |
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AHCMOM304 |
Operate machinery and equipment |
Group D Administration
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BSBINS201 |
Process and maintain workplace information |
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BSBOPS203 |
Deliver a service to customers |
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BSBTEC201 |
Use business software applications |
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BSBWRT311 |
Write simple documents |
Group E Additional electives
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.
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ACMEQU208 |
Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses |
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ACMEQU209* |
Provide non-riding exercise to horses |
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BSBPEF202 |
Plan and apply time management |
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BSBTEC202 |
Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment |
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BSBTWK201 |
Work effectively with others |
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HLTAID011 |
Provide First Aid |
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RGRHBR305* |
Handle young horses |
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RGRHBR308 |
Care for broodmares |
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RGRPSG203 |
Promote and enhance greyhound behaviour |
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RGRPSG207 |
Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice |
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RGRPSH203 |
Perform basic driving tasks |
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RGRPSH204* |
Prepare to drive jog work |
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RGRPSH205* |
Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry |
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RGRPSH211 |
Work effectively in the horse racing industry |
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RGRTRK303 |
Provide emergency animal assistance |
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SISXEMR001 |
Respond to emergency situations |
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SITHFAB002 |
Provide responsible service of alcohol |
Prerequisite requirements
Note: Units listed in the Prerequisite requirement column that have their own prerequisite requirements are shown with an asterisk (*)
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Unit of competency |
Prerequisite requirement |
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ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely |
ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
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ACMEQU209 Provide non-riding exercise to horses |
ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
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RGRHBR305 Handle young horses |
ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
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RGRPSH202 Assist with transportation of horses |
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
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RGRPSH204 Prepare to drive jog work |
RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks |
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RGRPSH205 Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry |
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
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RGRPSH207 Perform racing stable duties |
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
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RGRPSH209 Attend horses at race meetings and trials |
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
Qualification Mapping Information
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Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
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RGR20221 Certificate II in Racing Industry |
RGR20218 Certificate II in Racing Industry |
Updated qualification description Number of core units reduced, and number of elective units increased Removed ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour Added ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour to Groups A and B and updated packaging rules Added two greyhound units to General electives Updates to codes of imported units |
Equivalent |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c4b8489-f7e1-463b-81c8-6ecce6c192a0
