Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Performance Horse
Certificate III in Performance Horse
ACM30817
BDN3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 29/11/2017 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification is for occupational outcomes in the Performance Horse industry. Job roles may include stable hand; stud hand; groom or strapper; farm hand; stock rider; or trail-ride assistant. The qualification applies to individuals who undertake routine activities under minimal supervision with responsibility for their own work.
The qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to work safely with horses, it requires handling, feeding, exercising and caring for horses including stable duties, fitting gear, ridden and non-ridden horse exercise, work, competition and transportation requirements.
This qualification encompasses riding and driving sectors of the performance horse industry.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
^From 1 July 2022 the core unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- sixteen (16) units of competency:
- eight (8) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- four (4) from Group A electives listed below
- up to four (4) from remaining Group A and/or Group B electives listed below
- up to four (4) from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAT83 | AHCBIO305 | Apply biosecurity measures | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BAR14 | AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D6365 | SISOEQO304A | Apply first aid for horses | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BBF08 | ACMPHR301 | Care for performance horses | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAP92 | AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BBE65 | ACMEQU202 | Handle horses safely | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BBD31 | ACMPHR302 | Maintain health and welfare of performance horses | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be completed from the list below.
Please refer to the training package for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be completed from the list below.
Please refer to the training package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI32 | BSBFLM303 | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ93 | AHCBAC302 | Establish pastures and crops for livestock production | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAO84 | AHCINF301 | Implement property improvement, construction and repair | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAU01 | AHCMOM212 | Operate quad bikes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAP06 | AHCMOM211 | Operate side by side utility vehicles | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAN17 | AHCMOM202 | Operate tractors | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAM13 | AHCINF302 | Plan and construct an electric fence | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAO88 | AHCINF303 | Plan and construct conventional fencing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAN65 | AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI81 | BSBINM201 | Process and maintain workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWQ68 | SITXCCS006 | Provide service to customers | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAN70 | AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHN7 | ACM30821 | Certificate III in Horse Care | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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