These courses deliver a comprehensive range of topics designed to develop the skills and knowledge required for a career in the thoroughbred horse racing industry.Participants enrolled in these programs will s NMIT's own modern Thoroughbred Stud, Northern Lodge, Eden Park and selected metropolitan and regional racing stables and trainers.
Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications and/or prior experience.
Prerequisite Units
The following units must have been completed:
- RGRH206A Apply occupational health & safety procedures in horse codes (50 hrs)
- RGRH207A Handle horses safely (80 hrs)
- RGRH208A Work effectively in the thoroughbred racing industry (60 hrs)
- RGRH209A Care for horses (100 hrs)
- RGRH310A Oversee safe handling of horses (40 hrs)
- RGRH311A Apply principles of basic anatomy and physiology to horses (40 hrs)
- RGRH312A Lead & co-ordinate personnel effectively in the racing industry (60 hrs)
- RGRH317A Maintain horses in a healthy & safe environment (50 hrs)
- RGRH318A Determine nutritional requirements for thoroughbreds (30 hrs)
- RGRH319A Assess health & first aid for thoroughbreds (40 hrs)
- RGRH420A Plan training & racing programs for thoroughbreds (70 hrs)
- RGRH421A Manage the education of thoroughbreds (60 hrs)
- RGRH422A Train & race thoroughbreds (70 hrs)
- RGRH423A Evaluate training & racing programs for thoroughbreds (30 hrs)
- RGRH424A Manage & perform administrative activities associated with racing horses (80 hrs)
- RGRH425A Manage maintenance & security of a training establishment (50 hrs)
- RGRH426A Manage finances for a horse training establishment (40 hrs)
- RGRH427A Manage staff and / or self for horse trainers (40 hrs)
To complete the course all core units plus one elective unit must be completed satisfactorily.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: RGR50102
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Epping
Duration
Full-time: 6 months
Part-time: 2 years Flexible Delivery
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
The Diploma of Racing (Thoroughbred Trainer) is the top qualification in the training package.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the diploma will gain the skills necessary for a thoroughbred racehorse trainer.
Entrance Requirements
Satisfactory completion of the Certificate IV in Racing (Thoroughbred Owner Trainer) or equivalent industry experience.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods for these courses include: Practical demonstrations and/or exercises, Written activities and assignments, Written and oral tests, Projects, Oral activities, Group work and On-the-job assessment.
Materials
Stationery, work clothes and safety boots.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Fees
You could be eligible for a government subsidised place if you meet the citizenship/residency requirements* and
- you are under 20 (on 1 January of the year you will be taking the course); OR
- you are applying for a qualification higher than the one you already have.
If you do not meet this criteria contact the department to discuss your options.
Students can now apply for VET FEE-HELP assistance to pay tuition fees for this course.
Please note:
*The fees listed below do not apply to students who commenced their studies at NMIT before 1 July 2010.
*The fees listed below do not apply to International Students (see About this course above).
* Students are still required to pay amenities and materials on top of the fees stated below.
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP**. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Start Date | Finish Date | Census Date | Hours | Fees |
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| RGRH29A | Manage security of staff and property for racing stables |
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40 | $116.00 $588.00 $5.00 $40.00 | ||||||
| RGRH528A | Manage & promote a training & racing establishment |
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40 | $116.00 $588.00 $5.00 $40.00 | ||||||
| RGRH530A | Manage business planning processes for training establishments |
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50 | $145.00 $736.00 $5.00 $50.00 | ||||||
| RGRH531A | Manage & organise for effectiveness and efficiency in a training establishment |
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40 | $116.00 $588.00 $5.00 $40.00 | ||||||
| BSBFLM502A | Provide leadership in the workplace |
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60 | $174.00 $882.00 $5.00 $60.00 | ||||||
| BSBFLM503A | Establish & manage effective workplace relations |
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60 | $174.00 $882.00 $5.00 $60.00 | ||||||
**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
You can apply for VET FEE-HELP if you’re a student studying in Australia who is:
- an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who is resident in Australia for the duration of the unit of study VET FEE-HELP is being applied for;
- enrolled on or before the census date* of an eligible unit of study through an approved VET provider;
- meet tax file number requirements;
- have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit
VET FEE-HELP allows eligible students to have all or part of their VET tuition fees paid by the Australian Government in the form of a loan**, regardless of whether you are eligible or not for a government funded place under Skills Reform.
Over their lifetime, students can access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay their VET tuition fees, articulate into university and then add their university costs until the maximum FEE-HELP maximum is reached. There is no age restriction on VET FEE-HELP.
For further information, contact the department directly or for general information on VET FEE-HELP visit the DEEWR website and download the VET FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
NMIT Statement of VET Tuition Assurance
* If you have requested a VET FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for VET FEE-HELP assistance (in writing to NMIT) or withdraw your enrolment in each unit of study on or before its census date or you will incur a debt.
** A loan fee of 20% applies to all VET FEE-HELP loans
