Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Horse Breeding
Certificate III in Horse Breeding
RGR30619
BET3
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 for persons working in a horse breeding or stud farm operation. It applies to horse breeding activities across disciplines and sectors including for the thoroughbred and harness racing codes.
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 fifteen (15) units of competency:- three (3) core units plus
- twelve (12) 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:
- one (1) elective unit from Group A
- at least five (5) electives from Group B
- up to six (6) electives from Group B or Group C not already selected
- up to two (2) from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OAL28 | ACMINF302 | Follow equine biosecurity and infection control procedures | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBB44 | RGRHBR301 | Work effectively in horse breeding sector | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Horse Safety Elective Units
One (1) unit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBF47 | SISOEQU001 | Handle horses | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BBE65 | ACMEQU202 | Handle horses safely | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OAB39 | RGRPSH201 | Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork | 70 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Breeding Elective Units
At least five (5) units must 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB42 | RGRHBR304 | Assess suitability of horses for specific uses | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBB47 | RGRHBR303 | Assist with artificial insemination of mares | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBB45 | RGRHBR201 | Assist with oestrus detection in mares | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBB37 | RGRHBR308 | Care for broodmares | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBB43 | RGRHBR302 | Carry out natural mare mating procedures | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBB40 | RGRHBR307 | Carry out procedures for foaling down mares | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBB41 | RGRHBR305 | Handle young horses | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BBF14 | ACMHBR306 | Provide information on horses | 35 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDM2 | ACM30717 | Certificate III in Horse Breeding | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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