Brisbane College of Australia

Course Level

Certificate IV

CRICOS

113531M

Related Careers

Certificate IV in Equine Care - ACM40921

This qualification describes the skill and knowledge for work activities undertaken by an equine service provider or skilled worker in an equine establishment who provides specialist technical skills. They may work autonomously as small business operators or as part of a management team in an equine establishment. The job roles covered in this qualification are:fitness and performance trainerhorse educatorgear fitter and checkerhorse clipperhead groom/lead stable hand.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity codes, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Brisbane	Full-time - 78 weeks	N/A	N/A

Subjects

Select horses based on analysis of pedigree
Coordinate business operational plans
Maintain and monitor horse health
Interpret and address horse behaviour and welfare
Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
Contribute to WHS risk management
Manage horses to meet sport event requirements
Educate horses to be driven
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site
Provide specialist advice to clients
Relate musculoskeletal system to horse conformation and movement
Provide horse clipping services
Fit and adjust bits and bridles
Provide non-riding exercise to horses
Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race
Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks
Work safely in providing equine services as a contractor
Use business software applications
Instruct horse handling skills
Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines
Evaluate horse education methodologies and individual programs
Evaluate equine service or therapy provision
Provide work skill instruction
Evaluate saddlery and gear fit for horse and rider combination
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks for horse handling and riding activities
Advise on transitioning and rehoming horses
Manage presentation of horses for sale or show
Advise on horse nutritional needs
Make a prototype
Manage selection of horse for handler, rider or driver
Educate horses in initial handling
Follow equine biosecurity and infection control procedures
Manage finances for new business ventures
Oversee site biosecurity and infection controls working with animals
Re-educate horses to manage behaviours and/or transition to new purposes
Provide First Aid
Implement records systems for small business
Provide saddle fitting and adjustment services
Work safely in equine workplaces
Manage compliance for small businesses
Coordinate business resources
Educate horses to be ridden
Apply knowledge of equine musculoskeletal system, biomechanics and pathology for effective hoof care
Manage fitness in horses
Market new business ventures
Educate pack horses

Entry requirements

Prior to commencing this qualificationan individual must:have completed the following units of competency (or equivalent):ACMEQU212 Handle horses safely ACMEQU213 Follow safe work practices in equine industries ACMEQU306 Provide routine care for horsesORhave relevant equivalent skills and knowledge acquired through participation in the equine industry.