Stable Manager Courses
A Stable Manager supervises daily operations in a horse stable, ensuring horse care and managing staff, finances, and schedules efficiently.
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Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Stable Manager
Get qualified to work as a Stable Manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
RGR40118
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Become a professional horse trainer working in the Australian racing industry with the RGR40118 Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer). This nationally recognised qualification builds on your existing skills and experience, and teaches you how to supervise the handling of horses, manage horse welfare, and run a horse training business. The course also covers: selecting horses for different riders and handlers, applying knowledge of horse behaviour, managing equine biosecurity and infection controls,...
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ACM50421
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From $15,000
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The ACM50421 Diploma of Equine Management equips you with the skills to care for horses safely and manage daily operations in a range of equine settings. Develop your knowledge of the equine industry while preparing for leadership roles in agistment centres, performance horse facilities, and coaching or riding establishments. This qualification is suited to individuals with a passion for horses who are ready to take on responsibilities in staff supervision, horse care, and workplace management.
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RGR20221
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If you are looking for a start in the Australian horse racing industries try the RGR20221 Certificate II in Racing Industry. This entry-level qualification covers the racing industry essentials (horse behaviour, ethics, workplace safety, integrity) and will help you investigate potential job opportunities. Choose electives to support your career aspirations: stablehand, stud hand, track maintenance, racing administration, riding and horse handling skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, avai...
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SIS40321
Become a skilled equestrian coach with the Certificate IV in Sport Coaching (Equestrian). This hands-on program teaches you essential horse riding and coaching techniques, preparing you to lead and inspire in the exciting realm of equestrian sports.
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How much does a Stable Manager earn?
In Australia, a full time Stable Manager generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Stable Manager?
There are currently 4,400 people working in horse stables in Australia and many of them are employed as Stable Managers. This number has remained steady over the last five years. Stable Managers can be found in all states and territories.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Stable Manager?
A Certificate IV in Small Business (Stable Manager) is an ideal qualification if you’re hoping to get into a career as a Stable Manager. This 18 month course covers all aspects of managing a stable from marketing your facility to improving your horse management skills. You’ll also look at topics such as animal welfare, horse nutrition and preparing horses for competition.
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Gain practical skills to work in kennels or catteries, providing love, grooming, and safety to animals. Check your funding eligibility and apply today.
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These nationally recognised qualifications will teach you the finer points of animal behaviour and refine your skills in behaviour correction.
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A Stable Manager oversees the daily operations at a horse stable. Whether you’re working in the racing industry, involved with stud work or running the stables on a farm, a Stable Manager ensures horses are well cared for and the stables are operating effectively. You might supervise other workers on tasks like feeding, grooming and exercising or you might need to manage animal injuries. A Stable Manager might also have to do other duties like rostering, budgeting and scheduling.
Stable Managers need strong horse handling skills but you’ll also need to be good at working with a team. You’ll need to be organised and have excellent time management. A Stable Manager’s job often starts very early in the morning and you’ll often work long days. You’ll sometimes work on weekends or have to flexible with your hours. A Stable Manager needs to be capable of physical work and be comfortable spending a lot of time outdoors.
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