Tocal College

ACM30821

Certificate III in Horse Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Deep equine knowledge and thorough practical skills; Tocal’s horse course will set you on the right path for a career in a variety of horse industries.

The course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:

  • horse health, breeding, breaking, training, riding, foal and weaner handling
  • Farm skills including specialist equine husbandry, pastures & fencing
  • WHS, First Aid and AQF3 chemical use accreditation.

Delivery mode

Tocal College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 815 Tocal Road, Paterson

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Students must have Year 10 or equivalent. Some students may benefit from completion of Year 12, particularly if intending to progress to further studies. Experience with horses and sound riding ability is required and must be demonstrated during the application process. Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $2,620 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
NSW
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Tocal College to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Tocal College.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $2,620 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Horse Care will prepare you for the following roles.

Horse Trainer

A Horse Trainer gets horses ready for racing or competitions. You might exercise horses to develop their fitness or train them to follow behavioura...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Stable Hand

A Stable Hand cares for horses in facilities such as racing stables, breeding centres or farms. You’ll have to feed and groom horses and give them...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Track Rider

A Track Rider trains and exercises horses. You’ll perform a range of track work activities to get horses ready for racing or get them used to being...

Avg yearly income $74,880
Entry barriers Low

About Tocal College

Renowned as a high quality training provider, Tocal College offers part-time and full-time agricultural courses, short courses, distance and flexible learning for Year 10, 11 or 12 school leavers and adults interested in careers in agriculture or in gaining credit towards a university degree.

Operating since 2005
Legal name Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
RTO code 91166