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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Explain the principles of training a horse for racing 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262442  Explain the principles of training a horse for racing 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Sport 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 02 - Culture and Arts Sport 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners credited with this Unit Standard will be able to understand the complex processes and procedures involved in the proper training of a horse in preparation for racing it. Learners will also be able to establish any defects or unsoundness in a horse and then formulate a feeding plan accordingly. Learners will also be able to sequence the exercising of the race horse in order to execute the training programme.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Assessing the race horse.
  • Planning a training programme for a race horse.
  • Implementing a training programme for a race horse. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Assess the race horse. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The age of the race horse is determined with reference to its documentation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The breeding of the race horse is analysed with reference to its blood lines. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The conformation of the race horse is inspected to establish any defects and unsoundness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The level of fitness of the race horse is established by referring to recent history. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Plan a training programme for a race horse. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A fitness programme is formulated in order to reach the optimal fitness for racing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A feeding plan is designed to match the fitness programme. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A series of races are identified and formalised for possible nomination. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Vaccination plan is scheduled to fit in with the training plan. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Implement a training programme for a race horse. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The sequence of exercising a horse is explained in order to develop fitness and prevent injury. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The training programme is documented according to worksite procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The training programme is executed according to internationally accepted standards. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Race horse training methods. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems pertaining to the training of a horse for racing. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others to ensure the effective implementation of the various plans/programmes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information which will assist in the assessment of the race horse in order to develop a training plan for it. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when producing the fitness, feeding and training plans/programmes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to record and produce the various plans/programmes for the race horse. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the assessing of the race horse incorrectly can lead to problems with the race horses performance. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  65669   Further Education and Training Certificate: Thoroughbred Horse Racing  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CATHSSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    NONE 


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