What does this course involve?
If you’re currently working in, or are looking for employment in the equine industry, this course will give you the technical knowledge and skills you need.
You will learn how to perform routine horse care and maintenance, prepare horses for competitions and ride horses.
This course will teach you all about horse breeding, in areas such as mare mating procedures, gestation, birth and care of newborn and young stock.
You will develop skills in office administration, communication and Occupational Health and Safety.
You will undertake work placements in an equine training establishment and with a stud during breeding season.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities such as Stable Hand or Horse Breeder in stud farms, training stables, riding schools, retail and administration.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You will be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning for the Equestrian Federation of Australia NCAS Introductory Horse Management Certificate.
You may also wish to progress into the:
- Certificate IV Equine Veterinary Nursing
- Certificate IV in Agriculture (Horse Breeding)
- Diploma of Agriculture (Horse Breeding)
- EFA NCAS Introductory Instructors Certificate
Can I apply?
- You must be 15 years or over (or mature age)
- You must have successfully completed Year 10, or equivalent
- If you have completed Certificate II Equine Industry (VET in Schools) you are invited to apply for mid-year entry
How do I apply?
- Direct Entry - Beginning and mid-year entry
- Supplementary application requirements are necessary for this course. Please read the information contained in the selection process.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Individual Interview
- Assessment of Application
- Supplementary requirements to the application process apply:
- You can apply directly to the Institute for both on-campus and off-campus study.
- Applications for on-campus study are taken in October/November each year and dependent on demand, may also be taken in June for mid-year commencement.
- Applications for off-campus study are taken throughout the year.
Length of course
Full time - 1 year (2 days on campus and 1 day practical at various venues per week)
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus,
Industry Site
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Online assessment
- Workplace assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.