Certificate IV in Racing (Advanced Harness Driver) - Bendigo - Victoria - Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE Bendigo City Campus - I224

This course provides the skills and knowledge required for you to actively participate in the Harness Racing Industry. You will learn and contribute to the daily care and training of horses as well as developing the skills required to drive standardbred horses in industry level competition. The course is designed to be hands-on and to reflect the realities of the harness racing industry.

Core units of the Certificate II in Racing (Stablehand). Other Entry Requirements You must be 16 years or older.

Certificate IV in Racing (Advanced Harness Driver)

Key Study Areas      

Key study areas include:

    * Equine handling, care and maintenance
    * Occupational health and safety as it relates to the racing industry
    * Driving skills to the level of industry competition
    * Basic financial planning

Duration Options

Full time - delivery at Junortoun for a minimum 38 hours per week for 32 weeks with an additional period of practical placement.

Flexible delivery options are available provided you have access to a suitable venue for practical experience.

Selection Process     • Individual Interview
Employment Opportunities     

The harness racing industry has strong employment opportunities for skilled staff. Harness drivers have the flexibility to work freelance or to work in a stable to support training activities and horse care as well as driving.

Freelance driving alone is a difficult profession unless the driver has significant experience and skill.

Further Study Options    

Further study options include the Certificate IV in Racing (Harness Trainer) units.

Assessment    

You will be assessed as part of this course.

Typical Course Content     (exact details may be obtained from the teaching centre)
RGRH205A         Perform basic riding or driving tasks
RGRH206A         Apply Occupational Health and Safety procedures in horse codes
RGRH207A         Handle horses safely
RGRH208A         Work effectively in the thoroughbred or standardbred code of the racing industry
RGRH209A         Care for horses
RGRH310A         Oversee safe handling of horses
RGRH311A         Apply Principles Of Basic Anatomy And Physiology To Horses
RGRH312A         Lead and co-ordinate personnel effectively in the racing industry
RGRH313A         Ride or drive horses at track work
RGRH317A         Maintain horses in a healthy state and safe environment
RGRH318A         Determine Nutritional Requirements For Standardbreds Or Thoroughbreds
RGRH319A         Assess health and first aid for standardbreds or thoroughbreds
RGRH414A         Ride or drive horses in industry-regulated competition
RGRH415A         Manage personal and business affairs
RGRH420A         Plan training and racing programs for standardbreds or thoroughbreds
SRSCOA006A     Implement the fundamental principles of sports psychology
SRSCOA007A     Provide information about the fundamental principles of eating for peak                                           performance
SRSCOP020A     Develop a personal financial plan
SRSCOP026A     Implement and evaluate a time management plan
SRXCLS004A      Provide advice in order to meet current and anticipated client requirements

Recognition of Prior Learning    

Recognition of your current qualifications and prior learning: BRIT has processes to give you credit for relevant units from your prior study, and to assess your prior learning against units in a course.