Equine

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Horse Riding Instructor

A Horse Riding Instructor coaches students in equestrian techniques, conducts lessons, prepares them for competitions, and adapts to individual needs.

Avg yearly income $66,560
Skill level Unknown

Farrier

A Farrier trims and shapes horses’ hooves, fits custom shoes, treats hoof issues, and works irregular hours, requiring strong horse handling skills.

Avg yearly income $70,512
Skill level Unknown

Stable Hand

A Stable Hand feeds, grooms, and exercises horses while maintaining stables and equipment, requiring physical stamina and excellent horse handling skills.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown

Horse Trainer

A Horse Trainer prepares horses for racing or competitions, develops fitness, trains behaviour, and aids in recovery, requiring horse handling skills and team collaboration.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Unknown

Track Rider

A Track Rider exercises horses for racing or training, improves their fitness, addresses behavioural issues, and works in a team, often with irregular hours.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Unknown

Stable Manager

A Stable Manager supervises daily operations in a horse stable, ensuring horse care and managing staff, finances, and schedules efficiently.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Trainee Farrier

A Trainee Farrier treats horse hooves, fits horseshoes, works irregular hours, and requires strong communication and horse handling skills.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in equine

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIS30521

Certificate III in Sport Coaching
Blended, Online
9 - 12 months
$0 - $5,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sport and Recreation Officer Community Coach Horse Riding Instructor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sport and Recreation Officer Community Coach Horse Riding Instructor
RGR40221

Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey)
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Jockey
  • Completed Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Jockey
RGR40118

Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer)
Traineeship
18 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand) OR Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) OR Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Trainer
  • Completed Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand) OR Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) OR Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Trainer
RGR30518

Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider)
On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Rider
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Rider
RGR20221

Certificate II in Racing Industry
On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand Stable Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand Stable Manager
ACM40818

Certificate IV in Farriery
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $29,521
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farrier
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farrier
ACM20221

Certificate II in Horse Care
Blended, On Campus, Online
10 - 12 months
$0 - $2,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
RGR10118

Certificate I in Racing
Online
12 weeks
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
SIS30521

Certificate III in Sport Coaching (Equestrian)
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
SIS40321

Certificate IV in Sport Coaching (Equestrian)
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
22513VIC

Certificate III in Equine Studies
On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand Trainee Farrier
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand Trainee Farrier
RGR30619

Certificate III in Horse Breeding
Blended
18 months
$0 - $15,074
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Breeding Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Breeding Assistant
RGR10118

Certificate I in Racing (Stablehand)
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
RGR30218

Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Hand
ACM30821

Certificate III in Horse Care
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $11,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Trainer Stable Hand Track Rider
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Trainer Stable Hand Track Rider
SIS50321

Diploma of Sport (Equestrian Coaching)
Online
26 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horse Riding Instructor
ACM10121

Certificate I in Animal Care Industry Pathways
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $2,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Attendant Cattery Attendant Stable Hand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Attendant Cattery Attendant Stable Hand
ACM40921

Certificate IV in Equine Care
On Campus
18 months
$13,000
  • Completed Certificate III in Equine Studies or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Manager Horse Trainer Horse Breeding Assistant
  • Completed Certificate III in Equine Studies or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Stable Manager Horse Trainer Horse Breeding Assistant
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