Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 7:41 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider)
Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider)
RGR30108
S645
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 17/12/2013 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
The qualification covers the role of self-employed or employed persons who work independently with limited supervision in a defined range of varied contexts that may be complex and non-routine.
A trackrider is a person who is independently engaged or employed to exercise thoroughbred horses on the instruction of a trainer. The duties require judgement and the ability to communicate information concerning horse health, performance and temperament accurately to the trainer as well as high level riding skills and the ability to interpret and relay information covering a variety of circumstances.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of nineteen (19) units made up of:- sixteen (16) core units
- three (3) elective units:
- a maximum of three (3) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II, III or IV in the RGR08 Racing Training Package or any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the racing industry.
1. Core units
All sixteen (16) units must be completed
2. Elective units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6931 | RGRPSH209A | Attend horses at race meetings and trials | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0783 | BSBITU203A | Communicate electronically | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6419 | SRXGRO002A | Deal with conflict | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S6977 | RGRPSH406A | Develop riding skills for jumping racing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S6978 | RGRPSH407A | Educate thoroughbred horses for racing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S6937 | RGRPSH309A | Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S6932 | RGRPSH301A | Implement stable operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S6944 | RGRPSH420A | Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs | 65 | Unit of competency |
| S6938 | RGRPSH310A | Prepare for self-management in racing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S6976 | RGRPSH405A | Ride horses in jump outs | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S6980 | RGRPSH414A | Ride horses in trials | 75 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S262 | RGR30102 | Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDT1 | RGR30518 | Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Qualification pathways
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
School-based trainees cannot complete this qualification while at school. Training after Year 12 is required.