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Work effectively as a farrier in the equine industries
Work effectively as a farrier in the equine industries
Module
National Code
VBP531
VBP531
State Code
36741
36741
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/11/2007
Field of Education
0501 - Agriculture
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required by a farrier working in the equine industries.
Farriers may work on race tracks (thoroughbred and standardbred), horse training establishments, spelling/resting establishments, breaking centres, stud farms, dressage schools, polo stables, pony clubs, trail riding establishments
and other centres undertaking recreational activity involving the use of horses.
This unit partially covers the skills of RGRH208A Work effectively in the thoroughbred or standardbred code of the racing industry.
This unit forms part of the requirements of the trade qualification for farriery.
Farriers may work on race tracks (thoroughbred and standardbred), horse training establishments, spelling/resting establishments, breaking centres, stud farms, dressage schools, polo stables, pony clubs, trail riding establishments
and other centres undertaking recreational activity involving the use of horses.
This unit partially covers the skills of RGRH208A Work effectively in the thoroughbred or standardbred code of the racing industry.
This unit forms part of the requirements of the trade qualification for farriery.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7144 | 21677VIC | Certificate III in Farriery | Accredited course |