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Mare and Foal Care Skill Set

Mare and Foal Care Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
RGRSS00074
State Code
AD991
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
10/09/2019
Current Release Date
10/09/2019
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
21/11/2019
Nominal Hours
190
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 10/09/2019 Current Approved
Description
This skill set covers the skills and knowledge required to care for pregnant mares, monitor foaling down processes and assist with new born foals in the horse breeding sector. It applies to individuals who have demonstrated experience of handling and interacting with horses safely.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards:
RGR30619 Certificate III in Horse Breeding
RGR40619 Certificate IV in Horse Breeding.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing or regulatory requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals working in the horse breeding sector who have responsibilities for caring for mares and foals pre and post foaling.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package meet the industry requirements for caring for mares and foals, pre and post foaling, in a horse breeding program.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBB37 RGRHBR308 Care for broodmares 45 Unit of competency
OBB40 RGRHBR307 Carry out procedures for foaling down mares 90 Unit of competency
OBB41 RGRHBR305 Handle young horses 55 Unit of competency
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