Horse Trainer
Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
| Job Prospects |
Employment growth for Horse Trainers to 2012-13 is expected to be moderate |
| Salary Range |
$32,000 to $49,000 |
| Brief |
Do you love horses? DO you wake up every morning thinking and dreaming about horses? If you answered yes to the above questions, then a career as a horse trainer could be for you. |
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TAFE SA courses that may be relevant for: Horse Trainer
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Introduction
A thoroughbred horse trainer is a person who is licensed to operate a business that trains horses under industry regulated licensing criteria. The trainer is responsible for the care, maintenance and racing performance of horses.
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Education Requirements
To become an owner trainer in SA you will need to complete a skills set from the Racing Industry Training Package. This is the criteria for licensing.
TAFE SA offers these courses that may assist you in gaining a licence in this occupation:
Certificate II in Racing (Stablehand)
Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer)
Industry
Cultural and Recreational Services
Nature of the Job
A trainer at this level is required to have a sound knowledge of all aspects of the industry and will have acquired competencies that enable performance of all tasks and duties associated with running a racing establishment, including managing training programs, staff and equipment. The trainer is also required to solve unpredictable problems by the analysis and evaluation of information and demonstrate broad knowledge in a variety of contexts. Knowledge of industry rules and legal procedures is essential.
Typical Physical Working Environment
Horse trainers may be required to work long hours. Much of their work is carried out very early in the morning and they may continue to work all day. Horse trainers also work on weekends and public holidays.
Typical Occupational Example
Horse trainers usually specialise in thoroughbreds for galloping races or standardbreds for pacing or trotting races
Earning Potential
$32,000 – $49,000
Further Information
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