Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Horse Breeding
Certificate IV in Horse Breeding
RGR40619
BES0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/09/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to meet the needs of supervisors or team leaders in horse breeding or 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.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in twelve (12) units of competency:- two (2) core units plus
- ten (10) 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 four (4) elective units from Group A
- up to six (6) electives from Group A, B or C not already selected
- up to two (2) from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
Two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK29 | BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUK88 | BSBSMB407 | Manage a small team | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Supervision Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH39 | BSBREL402 | Build client relationships and business networks | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBB36 | RGRHBR401 | Maintain horse stud records | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBB38 | RGRHBR402 | Manage foaling and post-foaling problems | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BBE12 | ACMEQU406 | Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBB31 | RGRHBR404 | Oversee care and supervise staff raising young horses | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OAL26 | ACMINF401 | Oversee site biosecurity and infection controls working with animals | 70 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ12 | AHCAIS401 | Supervise artificial breeding and embryo transfer programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAA67 | RGRPSH302 | Supervise handling of horses | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBB32 | RGRHBR405 | Supervise natural horse mating program | 70 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Breeding Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB37 | RGRHBR308 | Care for broodmares | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBB40 | RGRHBR307 | Carry out procedures for foaling down mares | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBB34 | RGRHBR408 | Collect, process and evaluate horse semen for artificial insemination | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBB33 | RGRHBR407 | Educate stallions for breeding | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBB39 | RGRHBR403 | Handle and care for breeding stallions | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBB35 | RGRHBR406 | Prepare horses for sale | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBB46 | RGRHBR306 | Raise young horses | 70 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C General Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDM9 | ACM40717 | Certificate IV in Horse Breeding | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
To commence this qualification an individual must have:
completed at least one of the following units of competency:
ACMEQU202* Handle horses safely (note ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horses is a prerequisite to this unit)
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
SISOEQU001 Handle horses.
OR
Have experience in handling horses commensurate with one of the above units (including any listed prerequisite requirements).
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