Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Horse Stud Management
Diploma of Horse Stud Management
RGR50319
BES8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/09/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for individuals working as managers or supervisors of horse breeding operation on stud farms. It applies to horse breeding operations across disciplines and sectors including for the thoroughbred and harness racing industry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in ten (10) units of competency:- seven (7) core units plus
- three (3) 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 three (3) elective units from the electives listed below or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUM01 | BSBWHS501 | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAL23 | ACMINF502 | Manage equine biosecurity and infection control | 110 | Unit of competency |
| OBB27 | RGRHBR504 | Manage horse breeding operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OAL21 | ACMPHR501 | Manage legal aspects of horse enterprises | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AUI44 | BSBMGT502 | Manage people performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BAP50 | AHCBUS507 | Monitor and review business performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBB30 | RGRHBR501 | Plan and implement an enterprise horse breeding strategy | 145 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDM1 | ACM50317 | Diploma of Horse Stud Management | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
To commence this qualification an individual must have:
completed RGR40619 Certificate IV in Horse Breeding or RGR30619 Certificate III in Horse Breeding (or previous versions ACM30717 or ACM40717)
OR
completed a qualification at Certificate III or above in a field relevant to horse breeding such as equine, racing, agriculture, or animal care and management
OR
have demonstrated industry experience in a field relevant to horse breeding of at least 2 years.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships