The farriery profession is a highly regulated industry under the Farriers (Registration) Act
1975. The Apprenticeship offers a Level 3 entry route into the profession, providing learners
entering the industry with the skills and knowledge to provide a service to the horse owning
public.
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship apprentices will be able to qualify as
registered farriers that will allow them to set up their own business, join other farriers or
progress to be an approved training farrier.
The duration of the Apprenticeship is 4 years and 2 months.