The 22647VIC Certificate III in Equine Studies is designed for those who wish to gain skills and knowledge for work with horses. Participants learn safe handling, health care and welfare practices in a range of equine settings. It covers work in commercial, sport and recreational environments, including competition, breeding and therapy. Graduates may pursue roles such as stablehand, groom, stud worker or horse-riding assistant. The qualification also provides a strong foundation for further study in areas like equine allied health, fitness and performance training. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates.
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Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
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The Certificate III in Equine Studies will prepare you for the following roles.
A Stable Hand cares for horses in facilities such as racing stables, breeding centres or farms. You’ll have to feed and groom horses and give them...
A Racehorse Groom is responsible for the daily care and maintenance of racehorses, ensuring their health, cleanliness, and well-being. Their duties...
A Horse Trainer gets horses ready for racing or competitions. You might exercise horses to develop their fitness or train them to follow behavioura...
A Horse Riding Instructor provides coaching to students in equestrian activities. You’ll demonstrate a range of techniques and show students how to...
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