Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry
Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry
RGR40419
BET1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 25/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 10/09/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in or providing services related to the greyhound racing industry.
It allows for three specialisations, including:
greyhound trainer - licensed to operate a business that trains greyhounds under racing industry- regulated licensing criteria for the purpose of competing in industry-regulated events
greyhound health assistant - providing independent non-veterinary greyhound health services for industry participants
greyhound transition to a pet - providing services to assess, educate and transition greyhounds bred for racing to pets in new homes.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this qualification. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in fifteen (15) units of competency:- five (5) core units plus
- ten (10) 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 Greyhound Racing Industry choose:
- at least eight (8) units from the electives in Groups A to D
- up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry (Trainer) choose:
- all four (4) electives from Group A
- at least four (4) units from the electives in Groups B, C or D
- up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry (Health Assistant) choose:
- all four (4) electives from Group B
- at least four (4) units from the electives in Groups A, C or D
- up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
For the award of the Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry (Transition to Pet) choose:
- all four (4) electives from Group C
- at least four (4) units from the electives in Groups A, B or D
- up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Where two specialisations are completed, award of the qualification would read (for example), Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry (Trainer, Health Assistant).
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBF26 | RGRPSG302 | Assess health and provide first aid for greyhounds | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BBF28 | RGRPSG207 | Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BBF33 | RGRPSG201 | Handle greyhounds | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL17 | BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBB17 | RGRPSG411 | Interpret and manage greyhound behaviours | 70 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Trainer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBF24 | RGRPSG303 | Meet nutritional needs of greyhounds | 45 | Unit of competency |
| BBF29 | RGRPSG304 | Participate in greyhound racing inquiries and appeals | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OAA47 | RGRPSG401 | Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of greyhounds | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BBF23 | RGRPSG307 | Train and race greyhounds | 70 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Health Assistant 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB23 | RGRPSG409 | Assess greyhound structural and functional suitability for racing | 110 | Unit of competency |
| OBB21 | RGRPSG410 | Provide massage and non-invasive health treatments for greyhounds | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBB20 | RGRPSG408 | Relate musculoskeletal structure to greyhound movement | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBB18 | RGRPSG407 | Work as a greyhound health assistant | 45 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Greyhound Trasition to Pet 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB25 | RGRPSG402 | Assess greyhounds for suitability to transition to a pet | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBB22 | RGRPSG404 | Carry out greyhound adoptions | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBB24 | RGRPSG403 | Develop and implement greyhound transition to pet plans | 70 | Unit of competency |
| BBD62 | ACMCAS409 | Provide training advice to companion animal owners | 80 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options for the general and specialisations within this qualification.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS7 | RGR40418 | Certificate IV in Racing (Greyhound Trainer) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
To undertake this qualification the individual must have:
skills and knowledge commensurate with RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) demonstrating industry-relevant experience in the care, welfare and management of greyhounds.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships