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Course

Farriery

Preston
Apprenticeship
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Starts September 2025 Full-time In person

Overview

Candidates for this Level 3 Farriery Apprenticeship Standard must be at least 16 years of age however there is no upper age limit. Candidates must serve a period of Apprenticeship of four years whilst employed by an Approved Training Farrier (ATF). An ATF is a person who is a Registered Farrier and fulfils the criteria laid down by the Farriers Registration Council (FRC), who oversee the training of Farriery Apprentices in Great Britain. An ATF will require a trial period prior to the first college attendance to assess the Apprentice with the horse.

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Level 3

Farriery

The minimum entry requirements are currently either:

At a glance

  • Typically 5 GCSE passes at Grade C or above, which must include English, Mathematics and Science
  • Equivalent qualifications may apply, please contact the College for further information. It is the responsibility of each applicant to provide proof that any qualifications held are equivalent to or higher than the specified minimum educational entry requirements
  • Please be aware that we cannot accept Adult Numeracy or Adult Literacy level 2 as an equivalent to the GCSE English and Maths. Functional Skills Level 2 English and Maths are the mandatory requirement
  • A formal interview will be required which will include a written exam on horse knowledge and examination of any metal work the applicant has made and brought with them
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