What does a Jockey do?

You train racehorses and ride them in competitive races.

What education does Jockey require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Jockey earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 46'000, mid ~CHF CHF 56'000 per year (approximate).

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Jockey

Beauty & Sports

Jockeys train racehorses and prepare them for challenging races. They also take care of the daily care of the horses and the stable work. They also carry out the following activities:

Entry

~CHF 46'000

CHF 3'833/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 56'000

CHF 4'667/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 71'120

CHF 5'927/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Jockey

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 46'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual9/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance3/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands9/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk1/10

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