Equine Courses in Canberra
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RGR10118
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Distance, On Campus
Do you want to work with horses? The nationally recognised RGR10118 Certificate I in Racing (Stablehand) will get you started in the horse racing industry as a trainee stable hand. The course begins with an introduction to horse behaviour and you’ll learn to handle quiet horses under supervision. At the same time you’ll be performing basic stable duties and gaining riding skills. As the course progresses you may also learn to handle the racehorses at trackwork. Enquire now for entry requirements, horserac...
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ACM10121
Duration
6 months - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
The ACM10121 Certificate I in Animal Care Industry Pathways provides foundational knowledge and skills for work in the animal care and management sector. Students will assist with routine tasks in an animal care facility, including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and grooming a variety of small domestic and wild animals. The course also covers animal behaviour and proper handling techniques, preparing students for initial work, community involvement, or further study in the industry.
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6 months - 12 months
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RGR30518
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Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in the horse racing industry as a track work rider with the RGR30518 Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider). This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop the high-level riding skills you need to exercise thoroughbred racehorses at varying paces. The course also covers: racing industry ethics and integrity, personal health and fitness for working with horses, attending horses at race meetings and trials, handling horses in the stables, horse behaviour knowledge. Enquire n...
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ACM20221
Duration
10 months - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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 opportu...
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Duration
10 months - 12 months
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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 courses don’t just teach you how to catch and euthanise stray animals, you will learn underpinning state legislation and local government regulations, safety management approaches, and incident response.
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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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