Duration
1.5 years (78 weeks)
Course Description
This qualification describes the skill and knowledge for work activities undertaken by an equine service provider or skilled worker in an equine establishment who provides specialist technical skills. They may work autonomously as small business operators or as part of a management team in an equine establishment. The job roles covered in this qualification are:
- fitness and performance trainer
- horse educator
- gear fitter and checker
- horse clipper
- head groom/lead stable hand.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity codes, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Career Outcomes
Horse clipper
Horse clippers perform clipping and grooming services for clients. They work autonomously, take responsibility for their own work and apply specialised horse grooming knowledge and skills required to clip horses according to agreed client requirements.
Head Groom/Lead stable hand
A head groom or leading stable hand is a very experienced horse groom or stable hand that coordinates horse care tasks and workers in an equine workplace. They are usually highly skilled in one or more horse specialist areas, such as - handling and education, fitness and performance, saddle and gear fitting, and health.
Horse fitness and performance trainer
Horse fitness and performance trainers managing horse fitness, conditioning and exercise programs for a range of purposes and management of horses competing in recognised equestrian sport events.
Horse Educator
Horse Educator review, evaluate and select specific horse education methodologies and techniques to develop an individualised horse education program. They have considerable experience and skills in horse handling and riding and have responsibility for educating horses for a range of purposes.
Horse gear fitter and checker
Horse gear fitter and checkers select and fit equipment for individual horses and riders for a range of horse sport disciplines or work activities. They assess the fit, condition and suitability of gear such as saddles, bits and bridles for rider and horse safety and comfort.
CRICOS Details
Certificate IV in Equine Care is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Brisbane College of Australia Pty Ltd in 050101 - Agricultural Science.
- CRICOS course code: 113531M
- Provider: Brisbane College of Australia Pty Ltd
- Course level: Certificate IV
- Study level: VET
- Field of education: 050101 - Agricultural Science
- National qualification code: ACM40921
- Dual qualification: No
- Foundation studies: No
- Work component: Yes
- Work hours per week: 5.00
- Work weeks: 24
- Total work hours: 120
- Course language: English
- Duration: 1.5 years (78 weeks)
- Locations: BRISBANE, QLD
This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.