Stable Hand Courses in Melbourne
There are 5 courses available within the Melbourne area for people who want to become a stable hand.
ACM20221
Online, On Campus
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Stable Hand
Get the skills you need to handle horses safely with the ACM20221 Certificate II in Horse Care. This nationally recognised certificate is the qualification you need to get started in the equine industry. You’ll gain foundational riding skills as well as essentials in horse care, feeding, grooming, exercising, loading and transporting. There is also scope to learn stock and farming skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, specialisation electives (and their availability), and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
RGR10118
Online
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Stable Hand
If you want to work in the Australian horse racing industry try the RGR10118 Certificate I in Racing. This nationally recognised qualification teaches you the fundamentals of horse behaviour, horse handling, and stable safety. By the end of this 6 month course you will be able to catch and handle quiet horses (under supervision) and perform basic stable duties.
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Average duration: 6 months.
ACM30821
Online, On Campus
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Horse Trainer
Stable Hand
Track Rider
Get a job caring for horses with the ACM30821 Certificate III in Horse Care. This nationally recognised certificate qualifies you for a number of roles including farm hand, horse groom, stud hand, and stablehand. Competencies include: handling horses safely, loading and unloading horses, preparing horses for an event, maintaining the health of horses, first aid and emergency care for horses, equine workplace essentials, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, equine career outcomes, and training providers near you that offer this course..
Average duration: 12 months.
RGR30218
Workplace
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Stable Hand
Become a professional stable hand with the RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand). This nationally recognised certificate qualifies you for roles in either harness racing or thoroughbred horse racing. The course is hands-on and you will learn how to handle racehorses in the stables and at trackwork. The course also covers: following instructions from the trainer, overseeing the safe transporting of horses, identifying issues with a horse’s fitness and race suitability, equine first aid, and much more..
Average duration: 24 months.
22513VIC
Online, On Campus
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Stable Hand
Trainee Farrier
If you want to work with horses you need the 22513VIC Certificate III in Equine Studies. This nationally recognised qualification will improve your knowledge of horse behaviour, and teach you how to work safely in a range of industries with horses. The course covers: horse handling, equine anatomy and physiology, horse feeding, pregnancy, health and welfare practices. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective options, and enrolment centres near you. .
Average duration: 24 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I become a stable hand?
To become a stable hand in Melbourne, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Equine Studies. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
Are there training providers in Melbourne?
You can train to become a stable hand by completing a qualification with International Horse College (established in 2001). Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
What study modes are available?
There is one campus within the Melbourne area that provides stable hand training. This campus is 9999km away from the center of Melbourne. You can also study a stable hand course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Job Pathways
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