OverviewAbout this course
Explore exciting opportunities in horse breeding and gain specialist skills in foaling down mares. Develop your skills by learning in an actual horse breeding facility and get the chance to work in the Australian industry or in stud farms overseas.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Adjust nutritional requirements
Provide a safe and secure environment for pregnant mares
Prepare birthing equipment, materials, environment and personal protective equipment
Prepare and foal down broodmares
Monitor broodmares and newly born foals
Identify signs when veterinary assistance is required
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
A pathway to further study in Certificate III in Horse Breeding or Certificate III in Performance Horse
Specialist skills that will enable you to work in the horse breeding industry foaling broodmares
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An interest in caring for pregnant and birthing mares
A passion for horses and animal wefare
An interest in starting or broadening your career in the equine industry
Availability for night watch foaling activities
Access to a horse breeding facility or are employed in industry. If you're not currently employed, you will need to secure a workplace or work voluntarily at a horse breeding facility. TAFE NSW may be able to support you in looking for one where you can perform the practical skills needed to complete this course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: foaling attendant, broodmare manager, horse farm manager, veterinary nurse, horse breeder
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Foaling Night Watch does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study3 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Statement of Attainment in Foaling Night Watch does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
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.
Carry out procedures for foaling down maresRGRHBR307
Care for broodmaresRGRHBR308
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