Horse Racing
Race Horse Groom Training Program
Application deadline extended to Feb1 2010
If you love horses and are looking to make a decent wage this is the course for you!
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In cooperation with and funded by Horse Racing Alberta. Accredited by Alberta Learning.
March. 1th-- May 22th 2010 + practicum
Total 14 weeks:
- 12 weeks instruction
- 2 week industry practicum
The horse race industry has identified a need for qualified, career‑minded people who love working with horses.
This 14‑week theory and hands-on learning is designed to promote entry‑level careers in the race horse and breeding industry.
This program is a serious introduction to horse racing in Alberta and the basics of working as a groom. The information in this course has been validated with the horse race industry to teach you skills that you are required to perform when working for a trainer, breeder or horse owner in their industry. You will learn
- horse handling techniques,
- grooming,
- feeding and nutrition,
- conformation and body conditioning,
- health care,
- first aid and bandaging techniques,
- tack and equipment usage,
- stable management for the flat race track and the harness race track.
- Full Course Outlines
Employment Opportunities
- All the 2008 graduates were all offered several jobs before they graduated.
- Average wage range for people new to the occupation: $2500/month
There is an immediate need for trained entry‑level workers in the horse racing industry. Students will have the opportunity to take a training program that will expose them to a variety of options for employment within the industry.
Participants will be able to work with leading trainers in the Alberta Horse Racing industry on their practical experience.
Participants will have the opportunity to fill the shortages in the area of trained personnel in our Alberta race horse industry.
More Information
Mara Coote-Freeman
Continueing Education Manager Animal Science
1 (800)
661-6537 Ext. 4767
or mcootefreeman@oldscollege.ca
Registration Information
Dates . March 1 th-- May 22th 2010 + practicum
Total 14 weeks:
To register: 1-800 661-6537 ext 8247
or fax your application to
1-403-556-4714
Tuition: $700 +GST
Student Fees:
Books: $250 +GST
Please include the following with your application.
- A short written paragraph on what your main areas of interest involving the horse racing industry?
- What are you looking for in career opportunities involving horses?
- List two or more equine and/or personal references( name, address, and phone number)
Please have these references write no more than one page about you, your experience with horses,and why they recommend you for this program.
