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Horse Trainer

OSCA 341132·ANZSCO 361112

Employed

3,000

Part-time share

18.7%

Female share

40%

Median age

43 yrs

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

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Horse Trainer 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 IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer), Diploma of Equine Management, Certificate IV in Equine Care, and Diploma of Equitation Science.

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About this career

Educates and prepares horses for riding, breeding, racing, work, show, competitions, or other horse sports and activities.

What they typically do

  • Evaluates horses' physical condition and temperament to determine training needs
  • Develops and implements training programs to improve horses' performance and behaviour, and reports on horses' progress
  • Educates horses to obey verbal and non-verbal commands
  • Trains horses to accept riders and pull vehicles
  • Trains and conditions horses to perform in competitions, races and other horse-related activities
  • Provides care and maintenance for horses, including feeding, grooming and medical attention
  • May evaluate and select horses for purchase or sale based on their potential and suitability
  • May assist with breeding and foaling processes, including selecting suitable mates and overseeing mating procedures

Where they work

Arts and Recreation Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
32.5%
VIC
29.7%
QLD
19.8%
WA
9.1%
SA
5.4%
TAS
2.1%
ACT
1.1%
NT
0.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Horse Trainer.