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Certificate III in Horse Breeding
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RGR30619
Your years on the stud farm have given you a deep understanding of equine reproduction, foal care, and stallion management. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to facilitate the formal recognition of this specialised expertise. Register your interest to be notified when this assessment pathway becomes available for your experience.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for persons working in a horse breeding or stud farm operation. It applies to horse breeding activities across disciplines and sectors including for the thoroughbred and harness racing codes. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
RGR30619
Training Package
RGR — Racing and Breeding Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
15 (3 core + 12 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 |
|---|---|
| Stud Groom | Managing complex daily horse care, foaling procedures, and mare management on a stud farm. |
| Yearling Preparation Specialist | Raising young horses and preparing them for presentation and transport to industry sales. |
| Stallion Handler | Safely managing stallions during the breeding season and overseeing general property management. |
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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
- ✓Current resume detailing your time in breeding or stud operations
- ✓Position descriptions from stud farms or racing stables
- ✓References from stud managers or equine veterinarians
Breeding Operations
- ✓Logs detailing mare mating procedures and stallion handling
- ✓Records of foaling down processes and neonatal care
- ✓Documentation of yearling preparation for sales
Health & Biosecurity
- ✓Evidence of following equine biosecurity protocols
- ✓Infection control records and stable hygiene schedules
- ✓Equine nutrition and health monitoring charts
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) incident reports
- ✓Risk assessments for handling stallions and young horses
- ✓Records of staff inductions or safety briefings
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 Racing and Breeding Training Package.
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