Thoroughbred Racing

Thoroughbred racing in Victoria is a multi-million dollar industry that provides many career opportunities for both horse lovers and racing enthusiasts. Careers are available in the following areas:

  • Racing
  • Raceday operations
  • Racing administration
  • Medical/remedial
  • Breeding

Qualifications and occupations

Bolding indicates a qualification appears on the Victorian Funded Course List, meaning subsidies are available for eligible students. Refer to the latest Funded Course List for more information.

Pre-employment training in preparation for entry-level employment as a Stablehand

Stable Foreman, Clerk of Course (Horse Racing)

Racing Administrator, Racing Secretary, Photo Finish Operator, Timekeeper (Racing), Greyhound Lure Driver, Harness Mobile Start Driver, Thoroughbred Clerk of Scales, Racing Nominations and Acceptances Clerk, Swab Attendant, Clerk of Course (Horse Racing)

Racehorse Owner/Trainer, Stablehand, Stable Supervisor

Jockey, Thoroughbred Fast Work Rider

Steward, Club Steward, Cadet Steward 

Harness Racing Owner/Trainer, Thoroughbred Owner/Trainer

Chief Steward, Chairman of Stewards