Modification History
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RGR08v1.1 |
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Description
This qualification reflects the role of independently employed persons who are responsible for organising their own work.
A jockey is an independent professional sportsperson licensed by thoroughbred racing industry authorities to compete in industry-regulated competition. The jockey contracts riding services on a daily basis to owners and trainers. A jockey possesses the highest level of race riding and horse handling skills, which require application of problem solving skills to unpredictable problems. As some of a jockey's income is derived from percentages of prize money, the jockey must compete with peers to obtain the best mounts. This requires marketing and communication skills and the ability to operate autonomously in the choice of mounts, trainers and venues.
A jockey is required to exhibit a high degree of decision-making skill during races, to exercise judgement when choosing mounts and to have an ability to assess form and discriminate between mounts. The communication of performance and fitness of the horse to trainers and owners at the end of a race is a critical part of the jockey's role. This requires in-depth understanding of anatomy, physiology and health of the horse applied in the context of a competitive environment.
The occupation of jockey is one of a few where there is an absolute restriction on the weight of the participant, a requirement for a high degree of physical fitness and a constant reliance on performance to obtain income.
It is also an occupation where non-adherence to rules or poor performance can result in fines or suspensions from riding. Consequently, knowledge of rules and legal procedures is essential and the ability to defend reputation and livelihood in stewards' inquiries is an important requirement for a jockey. As racing is conducted at a wide range of local, national and international venues, a jockey is required to identify, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
RGR30108 Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider)
Pathways from the qualification
RGR50108 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer)
Licensing considerations
This qualification is required for industry licensing and registration in some states and territories. Refer to your state or territory Principal Racing Authority for advice.
Australian Apprenticeships
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Job roles
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Pathways Information
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Qualification pathways
Employability Skills Summary
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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
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Packaging Rules |
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Completion of twenty nine (29) units made up of twenty six (26) core units and three (3) elective units. CORE UNITS RGRCMN001A Comply with the rules of racing and related protocols RGRCMN003A Manage personal health and fitness RGRCMN201A Follow OHS procedures and observe environmental work practices RGRCMN202A Achieve requirements for industry induction RGRPSH201A Handle horses RGRPSH202A Assist with transportation of horses RGRPSH205A Perform basic riding tasks RGRPSH206A Develop riding skills for flatwork RGRPSH207A Perform stable duties RGRPSH208A Attend horses at trackwork RGRPSH209A Attend horses at race meetings and trials RGRPSH304A Identify factors that affect racehorse performance RGRPSH306A Develop basic trackwork riding skills RGRPSH307A Exercise horses in pacework RGRPSH310A Prepare for self-management in racing RGRPSH404A Ride horses at trackwork RGRPSH405A Ride horses in jump outs RGRPSH407A Educate thoroughbred horses for racing RGRPSH413A Prepare for race riding RGRPSH414A Ride horses in trials RGRPSH415A Ride horses in races RGRPSH417A Participate in protests, inquiries and appeals RGRPSH419A Manage principles of sports science for jockeys HLTFA301B Apply first aid PUACOM001C Communicate in the workplace SRXGRO002A Deal with conflict ELECTIVE UNITS RGRCMN402A Participate in media interviews for racing RGRPSH406A Develop riding skills for jumping racing RGRPSH416A Perform trial and race jumping riding skills RGRPSH418A Set goals to improve racing performance BSBITU203A Communicate electronically SISXEMR201A Respond to emergency situations |
