Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Racing Integrity

Certificate IV in Racing Integrity

Qualification
National Code:
RGR40518
State Code:
BDS5
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0921 - Sport And Recreation
Original TGA Release Date
05/07/2018
Approved Date
24/03/2022
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
699
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/02/2022
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 25/02/2022 Current Approved
1.00 05/07/2018 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the work undertaken by individuals in compliance and integrity service operations in the greyhound, harness and thoroughbred racing codes. It covers the specialist roles of stewards and integrity officials with responsibilities for investigations, compliance and intelligence who require an extensive knowledge of the rules of racing, administrative law, racing protocols, animal welfare, safety and duty of care requirements.
Individuals need strong organisational skills, and the ability to analyse and evaluate information and apply the rules of racing and administrative law to resolve routine, non-routine and at time complex situations.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Competencies attained in the units packaged for this qualification will apply to the greyhound, harness and thoroughbred codes of the industry. Consequently, when performance criteria are applied they will relate to the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred code and a Certificate IV in Racing Integrity must contain a statement as follows:
'This qualification was achieved under the conditions operating in the [insert relevant racing code - greyhound OR harness OR thoroughbred] code of the racing industry.'

Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- twenty (20) units of competency:
- five (5) core units plus
- fifteen (15) 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. Electives can be chosen to provide a general qualification or a qualification with a specialisation.

For the award of the Certificate IV in Racing Integrity choose:
- at least thirteen (13) units from Groups A, B or C
- up to two (2) units from the remaining electives in Groups A, B or C
- up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

For the award of the Certificate IV in Racing Integrity (Steward) choose:
- at least five (5) units from Group A.
- at least eight (8) other units from Groups A, B or C
- up to two (2) units may be selected from the remaining electives in Groups A, B or C
- up to two (2) units or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course

For the award of the Certificate IV in Racing Integrity (Integrity Official) choose:
- at least six (6) units from Group B
- at least seven (7) other units must be selected from Groups B or C
- up to two (2) units may be selected from the remaining electives in Groups A, B or C
- up to two2 units may be selected from the electives below or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units

All five (5) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAB00 RGRSTD403 Apply principles of administrative law to investigation and resolution of racing matters 100 Unit of competency
AWT87 PSPREG003 Apply regulatory powers 30 Unit of competency
OAB09 RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity 45 Unit of competency
AUK29 BSBWHS301 Maintain workplace safety 20 Unit of competency
AUZ52 CSCORG014 Use information to make critical decisions 40 Unit of competency
2. Group A Steward Elective Units

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options for the general and specialisations within this qualification.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAB30 RGRSTD407 Assess driving or riding skills of licence or registration applicants 60 Unit of competency
OAB13 RGRSTD303 Assess racing and training gear suitability and safety 20 Unit of competency
OAA59 RGRSTD405 Conduct steward supervision of sample collection procedures 20 Unit of competency
BBF29 RGRPSG304 Participate in greyhound racing inquiries and appeals 15 Unit of competency
OAA69 RGRCMN305 Participate in racing protests and inquiries 20 Unit of competency
BBF40 RGRSTD409 Perform duties of a race day steward 100 Unit of competency
OAB32 RGRROP408 Perform duties of betting supervisor or steward at greyhound or horse race meetings 60 Unit of competency
OAB07 RGRROP304 Perform duties of clerk of scales at greyhound race meetings 10 Unit of competency
OAA49 RGRROP306 Perform duties of clerk of scales for jockeys at thoroughbred race meetings 10 Unit of competency
OAB42 RGRROP301 Perform ear branding and marking up of greyhounds 10 Unit of competency
OAA99 RGRSTD402 Perform non-race day duties of steward 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Integrity Official Elective Units

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options for the general and specialisations within this qualification.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWT92 PSPREG008 Act on non-compliance 10 Unit of competency
AWT91 PSPREG005 Assess compliance 20 Unit of competency
AWT97 PSPREG001 Carry out inspections and monitoring under guidance 30 Unit of competency
AWU77 PSPINV002 Conduct an investigation 35 Unit of competency
AWT82 PSPREG016 Conduct data analysis 40 Unit of competency
AWT88 PSPREG009 Conduct search and seizure 10 Unit of competency
AWU78 PSPINV003 Finalise an investigation 25 Unit of competency
AWT85 PSPREG012 Gather information through interviews 50 Unit of competency
AWT93 PSPREG011 Give evidence 20 Unit of competency
AWU79 PSPINV001 Plan and initiate an investigation 45 Unit of competency
AWT86 PSPREG010 Prepare a brief of evidence 10 Unit of competency
AWT81 PSPREG017 Undertake compliance audits 50 Unit of competency
AWT84 PSPREG013 Undertake inspections and monitoring 40 Unit of competency
4. Group C Additional Elective Units

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options for the general and specialisations within this qualification.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAB37 RGRSTD408 Analyse race performance 80 Unit of competency
BBE58 ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour 55 Unit of competency
OAA92 RGRROP302 Brand standardbred horses 60 Unit of competency
OAB08 RGRSWA301 Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses 40 Unit of competency
OAB12 RGRSWA302 Collect non-blood samples from racing personnel 40 Unit of competency
AWU19 PSPPCY001 Contribute to policy development 20 Unit of competency
AWV68 PSPGEN032 Deal with conflict 30 Unit of competency
BAS29 AHCBIO202 Follow site quarantine procedures 24 Unit of competency
BBF33 RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds 40 Unit of competency
OAB39 RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork 70 Unit of competency
AWV89 PSPGEN013 Implement change 30 Unit of competency
OAB17 RGRSTD302 Interpret wagering trends 40 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
OAA60 RGRCMN402 Participate in media interviews for racing 10 Unit of competency
OAA89 RGRROP411 Perform duties of greyhound or horse race judge 10 Unit of competency
OAA48 RGRROP312 Perform duties of licensing or registration clerk 20 Unit of competency
OAB45 RGRROP410 Perform duties of racehorse handicapper 60 Unit of competency
OAB10 RGRTRK303 Provide emergency animal assistance 15 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
AWY86 TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction 40 Unit of competency
OAA91 RGRTRK402 Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions 60 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
J774 RGR40608 Certificate IV in Racing Services (Steward) Qualification
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Entry Requirements

Greyhound, harness and thoroughbred racing codes are strictly regulated throughout Australia. Individuals undertaking this qualification must meet the requirements of the relevant Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority for current requirements.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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