Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version released with Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 3.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for individuals working as managers or supervisors of horse breeding operation on stud farms. It applies to horse breeding operations across disciplines and sectors including for the thoroughbred and harness racing industry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
To commence this qualification an individual must have:
- completed RGR40619 Certificate IV in Horse Breeding or RGR30619 Certificate III in Horse Breeding (or previous versions ACM30717 or ACM40717)
OR
- completed a qualification at Certificate III or above in a field relevant to horse breeding such as equine, racing, agriculture, or animal care and management
OR
- have demonstrated industry experience in a field relevant to horse breeding of at least 2 years.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 10 units of competency:
- 7 core units plus
- 3 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 3 elective units from the electives listed below or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Core Units
ACMINF502 |
Manage equine biosecurity and infection control |
ACMPHR501 |
Manage legal aspects of horse enterprises |
AHCBUS507 |
Monitor and review business performance |
BSBMGT502 |
Manage people performance |
BSBWHS501 |
Ensure a safe workplace |
RGRHBR501 |
Plan and implement an enterprise horse breeding strategy |
RGRHBR504 |
Manage horse breeding operations |
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.
ACMEQU406* |
Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver |
ACMHBR501 |
Manage horse nutrition |
ACMHBR504 |
Manage horse pastures |
ACMPHR409 |
Analyse performance horse pedigrees |
AHCAGB505 |
Develop a whole farm plan |
AHCCHM501 |
Develop and manage a chemical use strategy |
BSBLDR513 |
Communicate with influence |
BSBMGT518 |
Develop organisation policy |
BSBMGT520 |
Plan and manage the flexible workforce |
BSBREL402 |
Build client relationships and business networks |
BSBREL502 |
Build international business networks |
RGRHBR401 |
Maintain horse stud records |
RGRHBR402 |
Manage foaling and post-foaling problems |
RGRHBR403* |
Handle and care for breeding stallions |
RGRHBR405* |
Supervise natural horse mating program |
RGRHBR502 |
Manage reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares |
RGRHBR503 |
Develop and implement a marketing plan for stud stock |
RGRHBR505 |
Oversee administration of stud records |
RGRPSH425 |
Advise on transitioning and rehoming horses |
TAEASS301 |
Contribute to assessment |
TAEDEL301 |
Provide work skill instruction |
TAEDEL404 |
Mentor in the workplace |
Prerequisite requirements
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.
Unit of competency |
Prerequisite requirement |
ACMEQU406* Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver |
ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
RGRHBR403* Handle and care for breeding stallions |
ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
RGRHBR405* Supervise natural horse mating program |
ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
RGR50319 Diploma of Horse Stud Management |
ACM50317 Diploma of Horse Stud Management |
Qualification recoded from ACM to RGR to reflect industry usage Supersedes ACM qualification Changes to core and elective units and packaging rules ACMHBR units recoded to RGRHBR |
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