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Horse Riding Coach Or Instructor

OSCA 462435·ANZSCO 452313

Employed

990

Part-time share

60.3%

Female share

87.5%

Median age

42 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Horse Riding Coach Or Instructor is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Therapeutic Equine Programs for People with Disabilities.

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About this career

Coaches, trains and instructs participants in horse riding by analysing their performances and developing their abilities.

What they typically do

  • Assesses participants' riding abilities and develops individualised training programs
  • Selects and prepares suitable horses based on competencies of participants
  • Teaches participants proper riding techniques through demonstration and explanation of horse riding skills
  • Monitors participants' progress and provides feedback and guidance for improvement, keeping a record of participants' progress
  • Ensures safety of participants during horse riding activities
  • Assists participants in grooming, saddling and caring for horses
  • Organises and supervises horse riding competitions and events

Where they work

Education and Training

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
32.3%
VIC
21.7%
QLD
21%
WA
13.4%
SA
6.6%
ACT
2.5%
TAS
2.3%
NT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Horse Riding Coach Or Instructor.

  • Certificate III in Therapeutic Equine Programs for People with Disabilities

    11253NAT · AQF 3 · 1 providers

    View qualification