Certificate IV in Racing (Harness Race Driver) - RGR40318

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are harness race drivers. They are independent professional sportspersons licensed by harness racing industry authorities to compete in industry-regulated competition.

Their work requires a high degree of skill in handling large horses racing at speed and a thorough knowledge of the rules and legal procedures for the relevant racing code. As they are responsible for organising their own work and generating income they require skills in analysing information from a variety of sources, and the ability to compete with peers, market their services effectively and adhere to rules to maintain reputation and avoid fines or suspension.

This qualification is required for industry licensing and registration in some states and territories. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.

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Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Society and Culture field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate IV).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Society and Culture field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate IV).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Society and Culture field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate IV).

Jobs

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Certificate IV) are most often employed as:

55.6%

Community and Personal Service Workers

14.7%

Professionals

10.8%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

Industries

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Certificate IV) are most often employed in:

48.6%

Health Care and Social Assistance

11.3%

Public Administration and Safety

8%

Education and Training

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

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Unfortunately, no subsidies are currently available for this course.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Racing and Breeding Career Pathway

Certificate IV in Racing (Harness Race Driver) is in the Society and Culture Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Racing and Breeding.

Stream

Horse Racing

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Senior Integrity Officer

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Greyhound Racing

Administration

Certificate II

Administrative Assistant

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Senior Integrity Officer

Senior Integrity Officer

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

21 units of competency:

16 core units plus

5 elective units.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:

At least 3 electives from the list below

Up to 2 from the electives below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Core Units

An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.

ACMEQU208	Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses
BSBWHS201	Contribute to health and safety of self and others
RGRCMN203	Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
RGRCMN305	Participate in racing protests and inquiries
RGRPSH201	Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
RGRPSH203*	Perform basic driving tasks
RGRPSH204*	Prepare to drive jog work
RGRPSH209*	Attend horses at race meetings and trials
RGRPSH211	Work effectively in the horse racing industry
RGRPSH304	Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race
RGRPSH305*	Develop driving skills for trackwork
RGRPSH310	Prepare for self-management in racing
RGRPSH402*	Drive horses in pacework and fast work
RGRPSH410*	Prepare for race driving
RGRPSH411*	Drive horses in trials
RGRPSH412*	Drive horses in races

Elective Units

BSBSMB303	Organise finances for the micro business
BSBSMB305	Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business
BSBFIA301	Maintain financial records
BSBFIA303	Process accounts payable and receivable
BSBINM301	Organise workplace information
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
PSPGEN032	Deal with conflict
PSPGEN052	Undertake and promote career management
RGRCMN402	Participate in media interviews for racing
RGRPSH418	Set goals to improve racing performance
SISXEMR001	Respond to emergency situations

Prerequisite requirements

Note: Units listed in the Prerequisite requirement column that have their own prerequisite requirements are shown with an asterisk (*)

Unit of competency	Prerequisite requirement
RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks	RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
RGRPSH204 Prepare to drive jog work	RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks*
RGRPSH209 Attend horses at race meetings and trials	RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
RGRPSH305 Develop driving skills for trackwork	RGRPSH204 Prepare to drive jog work*
RGRPSH402 Drive horses in pacework and fast work	RGRPSH305 Develop driving skills for trackwork*
RGRPSH410 Prepare for race driving	RGRPSH402 Drive horses in pacework and fast work*
RGRPSH411 Prepare to drive horses in trials	RGRPSH402 Drive horses in pacework and fast work*
RGRPSH412 Prepare to drive horses in races	RGRPSH410 Prepare for race driving*

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