Class details
Schedule Available in both full-time and part-time modes.
Variable
Delivery Method of course delivery.
Combination
Duration
Course duration This represents the duration when studying in full-time mode.
1 year 6 months
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
Any time
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
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Time Commitment
Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
16 hours
Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
5 hours
Fee details
Course fees are released each semester.
We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
This course is combination (mostly online). You are also required to attend at least two practical workshops held at TAFE NSW Goulburn Equine Centre and workshop dates will be confirmed with you as you commence your course.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments: multiple choice questions, short answer
Skills assessments: role play, practical task observation checklists, case studies
Project assessments: research-based assignments, journals, product assignments, case reports
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
There is no work placement for this qualification.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
There are no materials needed for this qualification.
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
There are no additional requirements for this qualification.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Horse Care qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 18 units of competency, including 9 core and 9 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equinesRGRPSH308
Work safely in equine workplacesACMEQU313
Prepare horses for presentation at an eventACMEQU311
Manage personal health and fitness for working with horsesACMEQU221
Course deliveryCombination study
Learn through a combination of classroom based, on campus classroom, virtual classroom, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activities, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Goulburn
TAFE NSW Goulburn is located in the heart of Australia's first inland city and offers students a friendly, community-focused culture in a thriving rural township. As the largest TAFE location in the Southern Tablelands, TAFE NSW Goulburn is dedicated to educating and enabling students to meet the expectations and requirements of industry throughout the region.
Campus address
Cnr Verner & View Streets Goulburn 2580
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Goulburn Station is 2400 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Aboriginal education and training unit
Carpentry and construction workshop
Equine and animal training complex
Fully equipped library
Hairdressing and beauty academy
Horticultural training centre
Automotive/transport workshops
Student accommodation
Welding and metal fabrication workshop
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au