Applications Closed! 

This 24 - week entry level, full-time course is suitable for anyone seeking to pursue a career within the Thoroughbred Industry as exercise riders or ground & sales staff

Course Programme

Over the duration of 24 weeks, students will learn key skills required for a career in the Thoroughbred Industry along with gaining QQI Level 5 accredited certificates:

• Racehorse Care & Exercise (Riding Skills Required)
• Stable & Yard Routine (Stable Staff Option)
• Work Experience
• DAFM Certificate of Competence (for transporting Equines – Ages 18 yrs + requirement)

Who Can Apply

• You must be able to communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading and writing).
• Have an interest in working with horses as a career and a reasonable level of physical fitness
• Prior equine experience and riding experience is required.
• Commitment to working within the Thoroughbred Industry in Ireland for a minimum of 12 months is required.

How To Apply

Applications are now closed for 2024. 

• The training for this course is funded by KWETB
• Riding assessment trials & interviews will take place the week commencing August 12th 2024
• Successful applicants will be notified before August 26th 2024
• Fitness assessment target guidelines:
  • Chin Hold (above bar) - 30 seconds
  • Push Ups (on knees) - 40 in 1 minute
  • Wall Squat - 2 minutes
  • Plank - 2 minutes

Health Criteria

Working in the Thoroughbred Industry involves a high level of physical activity and therefore candidates should be fit and leading active lives. If you have a diagnosed medical condition you MUST inform RACE ahead of assessment for this course.  You will be required to complete standard medical questionnaire.

For further information email: office@racingacademy.ie