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Certificate II in Equine Studies

Certificate II in Equine Studies

Accredited course
National Code:
22246VIC
State Code:
6628
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/10/2013
Field of Education
0501 - Agriculture
AQF Level
Certificate II in
Nominal Hours
480
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
Expiry Date
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

The Certificate II in Equine Studies is primarily an entry level vocational qualification which will enable successful graduates to apply for employment in different sectors of the equine industry in roles such as stable or stud hands or further study in a range of equine or equine related qualifications in horse breeding, sport or racing.

Schedule
To be eligible for the award of 22246VIC Certificate II in Equine Studies, learners must successfully complete a total of twelve (12) units/modules comprising of:
- Ten (10) core units
- Two (2) elective units
All elective units may be selected from this or any other accredited course or Training Package from units first packaged at an AQF level 1 or 2 in the source curriculum or Training Package and should not duplicate the outcomes of the core units.
Elective units should support and enhance vocational, educational and/or personal development needs of learners.
Learners who do not successfully complete all the required units for the qualification will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for completed units.
1. Core units

All ten (10) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
47426 VU21405 Equine anatomy 30 Module
47427 VU21406 Equine physiology 50 Module
D6248 SISOEQO201A Handle horses 20 Unit of competency
47424 VU21403 Implement and monitor a horse feeding program 40 Module
47423 VU21402 Implement horse health and welfare practices 60 Module
WD144 HLTFA211A Provide basic emergency life support 10 Unit of competency
D6826 AHCHBR203A Provide daily care for horses 30 Unit of competency
47425 VU21404 Relate equine form and function 50 Module
D7302 AHCWRK204A Work effectively in the industry 40 Unit of competency
47422 VU21401 Work safely in an equine organisation 50 Module
2. Elective Group 1

Only one (1) elective unit may be selected from this group.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
47428 VU21407 Demonstrate basic horse riding or driving skills 40 Module
D6363 SISOEQO202A Demonstrate basic horse riding skills 20 Unit of competency
S6971 RGRPSH205A Perform basic riding tasks 50 Unit of competency
3. Elective Group 2

Two (2) of the following elective units must be completed if a unit from Elective Group 1 has not been selected. If a unit from Elective Group 1 has been chosen, then select one (1) from the list below.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
S6192 SIRXSLS002A Advise on products and services 25 Unit of competency
WD146 HLTFA311A Apply first aid 20 Unit of competency
WD947 SIRXCCS201 Apply point-of-sale handling procedures 20 Unit of competency
S6110 SIRXADM001A Apply retail office procedures 15 Unit of competency
47431 VU21410 Assist in the conduct of an event in the equine industry 40 Module
47430 VU21409 Assist in the preparation of a horse for an event 40 Module
47433 VU21412 Care for pregnant mares and foals 40 Module
D6861 AHCINF201A Carry out basic electric fencing operations 20 Unit of competency
D0782 BSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheets 20 Unit of competency
47429 VU21408 Demonstrate novice horse riding or driving skills 40 Module
47434 VU21413 Develop basic coaching skills 40 Module
47432 VU21411 Horse breeding principles and practices 40 Module
D6862 AHCINF202A Install, maintain and repair fencing 30 Unit of competency
WD948 SIRXCCS202 Interact with customers 35 Unit of competency
D6863 AHCINF203A Maintain properties and structures 30 Unit of competency
D7006 AHCMOM203A Operate basic machinery and equipment 35 Unit of competency
S6959 RGRPSH203A Perform basic driving tasks 50 Unit of competency
WD983 SIRXSLS201 Sell products and services 20 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
6654 21908VIC Certificate II in Equine Industry Accredited course
VET Info Notes
1. Copyright of this document is held by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, Victoria © State of Victoria, 2013.

2. This curricula is available electronically from the Training Support Network website http://trainingsupport.skills.vic.gov.au or may be ordered from Kate Bryce, Executive Officer, PICMM on (03) 9269 1391 or kateb-rd@nmit.edu.au

3. Details of the course was provided by Polytechnic West for data entry onto STARS, 22/10/2013.
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