Farriery Access Programme
- Level 2 Diploma
To practise as a farrier you need to be registered with the Worshipful Company of Farriers. To register with the Worshipful Company of Farriers you will need to successfully complete a recognised Apprenticeship in Farriery and The Worshipful Company of Farriers Diploma.
One of the aims of this course is to provide an entry qualification route so that a learner can apply to the National Farriery Training Agency for an Apprenticeship in Farriery.
Gaining an Apprenticeship in Farriery can be difficult and having basic skills in blacksmithing, welding and equine knowledge can greatly enhance your chances.
Course Content
Units include:
- Blacksmithing – The processes of forging, forming, cutting and joining comprising the foundation of all blacksmithing skills
- Blacksmithing – the production of tools required for the course
- Welding – application of welding processes
- Farriery experience – all students will be encouraged to undertake a period of work experience with an experienced farrier, which will help reinforce their awareness of farriery as a possible career
- Health and safety – the relevant statutory requirements for business and employees with specific reference to farriery
The units listed are provisional and variations may occur.
Apprenticeships in Farriery
Learners who wish to apply for an Apprenticeship in Farriery are advised to familiarise themselves with the information on the conditions of apprenticeships required by the National Farriers Training Agency (NFTA).
They can be contacted at Sefton House, Adam Court, Newark Road, Peterborough, PE1 5PP or www.farrierytraining.co.uk link ‘How to become a Farrier’ – entry requirements.
Key Facts
Campus: Holme Lacy -
Centre for Rural Crafts
Minimum Age: 16
Duration: 1 year
Award: Level 2 Diploma Access to Farriery
Units: The units listed are provisional and variations may occur
Entry Requirements:
4 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and maths, or successful completion of a full Level 1 course at merit or distinction level, by interview, initial assessments.
Typical Employment:
Farriery Apprenticeship, Blacksmithing and related metalworking, Equine-based employment
Contact:
0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk
You can find blacksmiths in the UK with The National Directory of Blacksmiths
