Skill set Outline
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11/09/2026 4:03 AM AWST
11/09/2026 4:03 AM AWST
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Incorporate safety when instructing beginners in horse handling
Incorporate safety when instructing beginners in horse handling
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00013
ACMSS00013
State Code
AD733
AD733
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
29/11/2017
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
275
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 29/11/2017 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to prepare individuals to incorporate safe work practices when training and assessing novices and inexperienced learners in horse handling activities. It includes understanding work health and safety legislative requirements and matching learners to suitably assessed horses for the relevant activity. Application can include preparing resources and training and assessment strategies to induction briefings and preparing the selection of horses for learners.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit toward:
ACM20217 Certificate II in Horse Care.
These units also build on skills and knowledge attained in ACM20217 Certificate II in Horse Care and other Animal Care and Management qualifications that include these units. One unit provides recognition towards qualifications and Skill Sets in the TAE Training and Education Training Package.
ACM20217 Certificate II in Horse Care.
These units also build on skills and knowledge attained in ACM20217 Certificate II in Horse Care and other Animal Care and Management qualifications that include these units. One unit provides recognition towards qualifications and Skill Sets in the TAE Training and Education Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No occupational licensing or regulatory requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for teachers, trainers, instructors or coaches working with inexperienced or novice learners interacting with horses across a range of equine sectors.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package prepare trainers, assessors or instructors to address work health and safety requirements and basic horse handling skills required for instructing beginner learners to interact with horses.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBE58 | ACMEQU205 | Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BBE65 | ACMEQU202 | Handle horses safely | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BBE12 | ACMEQU406 | Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWY86 | TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BBE07 | ACMEQU201 | Work safely in industries with horses | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE775 | ACMSS00037 | Incorporate Safety When Instructing Learners in Horse Handling Skill Set | Skill set |