Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification reflects the role of independently employed persons who are responsible for organising their own work as well as leading others and planning for and carrying out tasks of complex and non-routine functions.
A greyhound trainer is a person who is licensed to operate a business that trains greyhounds under racing industry regulated licensing or registration criteria for the purpose of competing in industry-regulated events. The trainer is responsible for the care, maintenance and racing performance of the greyhounds. A trainer at this level has developed a sound knowledge of all aspects of the greyhound racing industry and has acquired competencies that enable performance of all tasks and duties associated with running a racing establishment, including management of staff, finances and equipment. The trainer is required to solve unpredictable problems by the analysis and evaluation of information, and to demonstrate broad knowledge in a variety of contexts. Knowledge of industry rules and legal procedures is essential.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
RGR20208 Certificate II in Racing (Kennelhand)
Pathways from the qualification
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 Description
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To undertake this qualification the candidate will have extensive industry-relevant experience in the care, welfare and management of greyhounds. Before commencing this qualification candidates must be able to demonstrate that they have the appropriate skills and knowledge commensurate with the RGR20208 Certificate II in Racing (Kennelhand).
Qualification pathways
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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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
Packaging Rules |
Completion of fifteen (15) units made up of seven (7) core units and eight (8) elective units. RULES FOR ELECTIVE UNITS
CORE UNITS BSBSMB407A Manage a small team RGRCMN001A Comply with the rules of racing and related protocols RGRCMN401A Maintain and monitor OHS procedures and environmental work practices RGRPSG304A Participate in greyhound inquiries and appeals RGRPSG402A Manage greyhound health and welfare RGRPSG404A Trial and race greyhounds RGRPSG405A Operate a greyhound racing training business ELECTIVE UNITS BSBITU203A Communicate electronically BSBSMB303A Organise finances for the micro business BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for micro business BSBSMB403A Market the small business BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability HLTFA403A Manage first aid in the workplace PUACOM001B Communicate in the workplace RGRCMN402A Participate in media interviews for racing RGRPSG301A Supervise handling of greyhounds RGRPSG302A Assess health and provide first aid for greyhounds GRGPSG303A Determine nutritional requirements for racing greyhounds RGRPSG401A Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of greyhounds RGRPSG403A Plan and implement education and training of greyhounds for racing RGRPSG406A Promote and maintain business arrangements with greyhound owners RGRPSG407A Select greyhounds for racing RGRTRK402A Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions RUV3507A Carry out companion animal breeding procedures RUV3411A Care for young animals RUV3504A Monitor and maintain health of companion animals SRXEMR002A Coordinate emergency response SRXGRO002A Deal with conflict TAAASS401A Plan and organise assessment TAAASS402A Assess competence TAADEL301A Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills |