Equine Courses in Mackay
Explore courses designed to give you the knowledge and practical skills for a career in Equine.
View all courses
Popular Equine Courses in Mackay
RGR20221
Study mode
Distance, On Campus
This qualification equips students with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to perform core stable duties at a high industry standard, focusing on safe horse handling, equine health, and efficient stable management. Beyond hands-on expertise, the course covers critical industry regulations and explores various professional roles, ensuring graduates understand the regulatory requirements and career pathways available. This training is designed to produce capable, industry-ready stablehand...
Career opportunities
Study mode
Distance, On Campus
Find a provider
ACM40818
Estimated fee
From $29,521
Duration
3 years - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Turn your love of horses into a professional career with the ACM40818 Certificate IV in Farriery. During 3 years of practical training, this nationally recognised training course will teach you how to safely administer a full range of hoof care and horseshoeing services — plus give you the business skills you need to setup your own farrier service micro-business. The course covers: horse handling, horseshoe construction, welding, hoof trimming — and business skills related to tax, insurance and financial...
Career opportunities
Estimated fee
From $29,521
Duration
3 years - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Find a provider
22513VIC
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.
Career opportunities
RGR20108
Get started as a stablehand in the Australian horse racing industries with the RGR20108 Certificate II in Racing (Stablehand). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to safely handle and horses in the stable, at track work and race meetings. During the course you will also be assisting with horse transportation, performing stable duties, and improving your riding skills. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation competencies, and enrolment centres near you.
Career opportunities
View all
Course providers in Mackay
The following providers offer Equine courses in Mackay, Queensland.
Career Pathfinder
Skills shortages + AI Exposure
Explore careers
A tool for students to:
- See in-demand occupations across Australia
- Check AI Exposure ratings
- Compare training duration and average income
Choose a field of study
Browse here online for the latest courses in horse care, animal grooming, equestrian sports, veterinary nursing, animal behaviour, and pet shop management.
All courses
Gain practical skills to work in kennels or catteries, providing love, grooming, and safety to animals. Check your funding eligibility and apply today.
Career opportunities
View all
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.
Career opportunities
View all
These nationally recognised qualifications will teach you the finer points of animal behaviour and refine your skills in behaviour correction.
Career opportunities
View all
Career opportunities
Popular careers in Equine include roles such as:
All courses
Courses by location