Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted June 6, 2018 Journalists Share Posted June 6, 2018 Thoroughbred Breeders Australia is starting a national training scheme, called Fast Track, for young people aspiring to enter the Thoroughbred breeding industry. Fast Track is a collaboration between TBA and TAFE NSW. Those selected for the program will split their time between stud farms and TAFE, where they will spend two three-week blocks completing the new Certificate III in Horse Breeding. “Last year TBA carried out a survey of breeders on staff levels and the overwhelming response was that more needed to be done to bring people into our industry,” said Tom Reilly, Chief Executive of TBA and Aushorse. “The federal government only signed off on a new Cert III in Horse Breeding earlier this year, which meant that we’ve had to work hard to ensure the course was offered by a training organisation and eligible for state government funding. I’m really pleased that we have been able to organise this course with Scone TAFE and that the first trainees will be on farms this breeding season.” Over 70 applications have already been received, with TBA revealing the 12 advertised positions will likely be expanded to 20. “I think a major reason we’ve had such a strong response from potential candidates is that we have positioned this as a first step in a career in the industry, rather than as a TAFE course or junior position, and it’s important that all the farms involved in taking trainees understand the need to help develop and nurture these people,” added Reilly. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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