Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Racing (Greyhound)

Certificate III in Racing (Greyhound)

Qualification
National Code:
RGR30117
State Code:
BDO0
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0921 - Sport And Recreation
Original TGA Release Date
18/12/2017
Approved Date
06/12/2018
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
630
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/09/2019
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 10/09/2019 Current Approved
1.00 18/12/2017 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the roles of individuals across different aspects of the greyhound industry. This includes, but is not limited to, trainers, breeders and any full time workers or workers who want a career in the industry. These individuals apply a broad range of competencies related to the health and welfare of greyhounds, racing ethics and integrity as well as competencies that are more technical. They are required to use discretion, judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge.
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 fourteen (14) units of competency:
- nine (9) core units plus
- five (5) 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:
- at least three (3) from the electives listed below
- up to two (2) from the RGR Racing Training Package or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units

All nine (9) 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
BBE28 ACMWHS301 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes 60 Unit of competency
BBF28 RGRPSG207 Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice 55 Unit of competency
BBF37 RGRPSG306 Determine care and treatment needs of greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
BBF22 RGRPSG209 Ethically rehome a greyhound 20 Unit of competency
BBF33 RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds 40 Unit of competency
BBF24 RGRPSG303 Meet nutritional needs of greyhounds 45 Unit of competency
BBF32 RGRPSG203 Promote and enhance greyhound behaviour 35 Unit of competency
BBF25 RGRPSG208 Promote and enhance greyhound health and welfare 20 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least three (3) units must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
BBE03 ACMGAS304 Carry out simple breeding procedures 55 Unit of competency
AUJ89 BSBSMB305 Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business 45 Unit of competency
BBF39 RGRPSG305 Coordinate greyhound breeding 70 Unit of competency
BBF36 RGRPSG309 Educate a greyhound 70 Unit of competency
OAE93 BSBSMB420 Evaluate and develop small business operations 50 Unit of competency
OBB17 RGRPSG411 Interpret and manage greyhound behaviours 70 Unit of competency
AUK88 BSBSMB407 Manage a small team 40 Unit of competency
AUG99 BSBSMB303 Organise finances for the micro business 50 Unit of competency
BBF29 RGRPSG304 Participate in greyhound racing inquiries and appeals 15 Unit of competency
BBF27 RGRPSG301 Rear greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
BBF23 RGRPSG307 Train and race greyhounds 70 Unit of competency
BBF31 RGRPSG202 Transport greyhounds 25 Unit of competency
BBF38 RGRPSG308 Whelp greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
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Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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