Brisbane College of Australia

ACM40921

Certificate IV in Equine Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification describes the skill and knowledge for work activities undertaken by an equine service provider or skilled worker in an equine establishment who provides specialist technical skills. They may work autonomously as small business operators or as part of a management team in an equine establishment.

After completing this qualification students may gain employment as a horse clipper, head groom/lead stable hand, horse fitness and performance trainer, horse educator, horse gear fitter and checker.

Delivery mode

Brisbane College of Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 160 Edward Street, Brisbane

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $13,000 $21,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$13,000
Standard Tuition:
$21,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$13,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$21,000
Enquire with Brisbane College of Australia to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $13,000 $21,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Equine Care will prepare you for the following roles.

Stable Manager

A Stable Manager oversees the daily operations at a horse stable. Whether you’re working in the racing industry, involved with stud work or running...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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

Horse Breeding Assistant

A Horse Breeding Assistant helps with breeding and raising horses for a range of purposes. You might specialise in racing horses or breed horses fo...

Avg yearly income $69,940
Entry barriers Low

About Brisbane College of Australia

Welcome to Brisbane College of Australia!

With over two decades of delivering quality education and training in Australia, Brisbane College of Australia invites you to study our extensive range of nationally recognised qualifications of Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma levels. Our courses include Accounting, Animal Science, Business, Community Services, Early Childhood Education, Hospitality, Leadership and Management, TESOL, Veterinary Nursing. We also specialise in bespoke study tour packages to offer you a fully customised experience for you and your group. For those who are looking for internship opportunities, we are also able to assist you.

We have an experienced and dedicated teaching team with real world experience who will guide you through your studies. Whether you are looking for a career change, upgrading your qualifications or looking for a pathway to gain entry into a University, Brisbane College of Australia can help you start the next steps in your future.