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Certificate III in Equine Hoof Care
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ACM30921
You understand that hoof health is foundational to equine performance and welfare. We are currently building the network of RTO partners required to assess this specialised qualification through a recognition pathway. By registering your interest, you ensure you are the first to know when we begin guiding candidates through this process.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for equine hoof care practitioners. It covers general hoof care, hoof trimming, barefoot care and other services to improve and maintain hoof health. Individuals in these roles work in a variety of equine workplaces. They use discretion and judgment to provide hoof care services, solve routine and non routine hoof care problems, and provide advice to clients and owners. To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed at least 120 hours of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of ACMFAR405 Coordinate day-to-day equine service operations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
ACM30921
Training Package
ACM — Animal Care and Management Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
17 (11 core + 6 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Hoof Care Practitioner | Inspecting, trimming, and shaping equine hooves to maintain health and prevent lameness in varied environments. |
| Barefoot Hoof Consultant | Providing expert advice to owners on natural hoof care transitions and fitting specialized hoof protection boots. |
| Equine Service Contractor | Operating an independent hoof care business, coordinating day-to-day services, and managing client relationships. |
Work Placement
IMPORTANTTo achieve this qualification, candidates must demonstrate 120 hours of work placement. For those already working in the equine industry, your current professional activities and historical work records may be used to meet this requirement through the RPL assessment process.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A current resume detailing your years of experience in equine hoof care
- ✓Reference letters from clients, stable managers, or equine professionals
- ✓Detailed logs of horses serviced and the nature of hoof care provided
Hoof Trimming & Maintenance
- ✓Photographic evidence of before and after trimming procedures
- ✓Records of barefoot care plans and maintenance schedules
- ✓Evidence of selecting and fitting hoof boots for various equine needs
Anatomy & Biomechanics
- ✓Documentation of gait analysis and musculoskeletal assessments
- ✓Hoof protection plans tailored to individual equine pathology
- ✓Records of identifying and managing non-routine hoof problems
Safety & Handling
- ✓Risk assessments for working as a contractor in equine environments
- ✓Evidence of safe horse handling techniques in varied conditions
- ✓Personal health and fitness management plans for physical trade work
Professional Operations
- ✓Communication logs with horse owners and other equine service providers
- ✓Business records or financial management documentation
- ✓Animal welfare assessment reports and biosecurity protocols
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Animal Care and Management Training Package.
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