Course Aim
Farriery is the shoeing of horses and similar animals. A farrier is a skilled craftsperson who is able to make shoes for all types of horses’ feet according to the needs and welfare of the animal. A farrier is not a blacksmith but needs training in forging in order to make or modify the shoes correctly.
Course content
- First Diploma in Horse Care (Edexcel Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Horse Care)
- Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy at Level 2
- NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Forgework
Work placement
Students spend five weeks working in an approved equine work placement, in order to improve their horse care skills.
Career opportunities
Successful students can progress to the Modern Apprenticeship in Farriery, ultimately sitting the Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers and becoming a registered farrier or study for the Extended Diploma in Horse Management.
Graduate's View: Lee Mooney
It’s a really enjoyable course. Yes, it was hard work but there’s a good social life at Enniskillen, too! I was delighted to win the forging competition which was organized by our tutor at the Campus.
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