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Farrier Training

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Offered at Langley

Intake: 9 months, September, January, or April. (offered in three-month blocks)

Graduation

Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Certificate in Advanced Farrier Training.

Description

This program prepares students to work competently as qualified farriers. Students may complete one or two blocks, leave the program to gain work experience, and return to finish the remainder of the program.

The program aims to meet the continuing demand for qualified farriers in BC.

Career Opportunities

Opportunities for qualified farriers (those with advanced training) are good, especially in the interior and northern regions of the province. This is a demanding occupation and a large measure of individual initiative is required to make it a success. The rewards of being one's own boss, meeting people, and doing a meaningful and satisfying job are significant. Financial remuneration is comparable to many other trades.

Students who complete the Basic level of the program will be able to assist a qualified farrier in minor tasks. Those who complete the Intermediate level will be able to undertake most tasks of the trade under the close supervision of a qualified farrier. Those who complete the advanced level will be able to perform most jobs with minimal supervision. Students who complete the program may be able to operate independently and become self-employed. However, until graduates have had several years experience in the trade, they will probably need to refer complicated jobs to farriers with more experience.

Student Profile

Students come to this nine-month program from all parts of BC. and from other parts of North America. They have had experience working with horses, and have decided to become self-employed farriers. They are of all ages; some are recent high school graduates, while others plan to make this trade a second career. Both women and men have succeeded in the program and in this trade.

Physical fitness, strong knees and a healthy back are essential for a successful career in this trade. Students who may encounter difficulties with the physical, intellectual or emotional demands of this program should contact the coordinator of the Farrier program to discuss the required skills and competencies.

The program accommodates a wide range of students, from those just entering the trade to those with several years of experience who wish to upgrade their skills and knowledge. With the permission of the instructor, experienced farriers may also enter the program for short periods to hone and extend their skills and knowledge.

Admission Requirements

Students entering the program will have met the general Kwantlen admission requirements. They must submit two references verifying experience in handling horses, and demonstrate their horse handling skills to the instructor.

Note: Program prerequisites are currently under review.

Content

This nine-month program is offered in three blocks of three months each. The course work for each block is divided into three levels: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students may enter the program at any level in September, January or April. Thus each class will contain students at each of the three levels. Students may complete one or two levels, leave the program to gain work experience, and return to finish the remainder of the program. Students will require appropriate steel-toed safety shoes or boots.

The program includes the following courses:

Basic Level

FARR 1111 Introduction to Horseshoeing
FARR 1112 Introduction to Equine Anatomy
FARR 1113 Introduction to Horse Husbandry and Handling
FARR 1114 Introduction to Gates and Forge Work
FARR 1115 Introduction to Horse Lameness
FARR 1116 Introduction to Specialized Horses

Intermediate Level

FARR 1211 Intermediate Horse Shoeing
FARR 1212 Intermediate Equine Anatomy
FARR 1213 Intermediate Horse Husbandry and
Handling
FARR 1214 Intermediate Gates and Forge Work
FARR 1215 Intermediate Studies of Lameness
FARR 1216 Intermediate Specialized Horses

Advanced Level

FARR 1311 Advanced Horse Shoeing
FARR 1312 Advanced Equine Anatomy
FARR 1313 Advanced Horse Husbandry and
Handling
FARR 1314 Advanced Gates and Forge Work
FARR 1315 Advanced Studies of Lameness
FARR 1316 Advanced Studies of Specialized Horses

Costs

Students pay approximately $800 for tools which must be purchased by the end of the first week of classes. A list of supplies will be provided.