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New Zealand Certificate in Equine Skills Track Work Rider (Level 3)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Certificate

Duration

19 weeks

Next start date

Expected

Summary

The purpose of this qualification is to provide passionate learners with the specialist skills and knowledge required to assist in the stabling, care and exercise of horses in the thoroughbred racing industry.

Through the Certificate programme held at Byerley Park, learners will become equipped with skills and knowledge that can be applied to entry-level positions in the performance horse sectors of the equine industry, allowing graduates of this programme to contribute effectively to the workplace.

PROGRAMME CONTENT:

  • Effective Communication

  • Daily routine requirements of horses in training

  • Respond appropriately to emergencies

  • Apply trackwork skills

  • Riding thoroughbred racehorses

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Thoroughbred racing track riders

EDUCATION PATHWAY:

New Zealand Certificate in Equine Racing (Level 4) with strand

Entry criteria

Students must be aged 18 or older

Have an NZCEL Level 3 General, Workplace or Academic or IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5

Hold an NZ Certificate of Equine Skills Level 2;

OR have a basic riding experience, be accessed by Byerley Park staff, have a keen interest in the equine industry, and successfully attend an interview.

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