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Preparation For Farriery (1) | Myerscough College

About the course

The Preparation for Farriery course has been designed for those who are interested in becoming a qualified Farrier, providing an intense 2-weeks of training with our expert team to develop the basic knowledge, skills and behaviours applicants require to progress onto the Level 3 Farriery Apprenticeship and thrive in this industry upon qualification.

This course will welcome students to the Myerscough College campus near Preston and require students to engage in a range of practical and theory sessions to help develop their basic practical skills, equine skills, knowledge of safe working practices, and ultimately decide if this is the right career choice for them.

During the 2-week course, a session will be scheduled with some Approved Training Farriers (ATFs) who may be looking to employ an apprentice farrier, so introductions can be made and plans potentially made for trials in the workplace.

For further information about the course please contact Mr Craig D’Arcy, Farriery Co-ordinator, ddarcy@myerscough.ac.uk or the short course team, adultskills@myerscough.ac.uk.

Entry Requirements

Students need to be age 15+ and Year 11 to attend the course and 16+ to apply to stay on site for the duration of the programme. Students must have an interest in progressing to either the Level Two in Blacksmithing or the Level Three Apprenticeship in Farriery.

Special Requirements

Steel toe capped boots

Appropriate wear for work in the forge and with horses.

Additional Fees

To enquire about staying in residency for the week days your course is delivered on or about local lodgings, B&B's or hotels please contact reshelp@myerscough.ac.uk or call 01995 642304.

Onsite residency costs are £158 per week including meals- 16+ students only.

Travel and Transport

There are no College buses running over the course dates. Myerscough is approximately a 10 minute walk down St Michaels Lane and through our accommodation blocks from the A6 bus stops. The nearest bus stop is the Roebuck in Bilsborrow on the Lancaster to Preston bus route (service no. 40 and 41). There are approximately two buses per hour during the week.. For further information on the bus services in Lancashire contact Travelwise Transport Information on 0870 608 2608.

Progression

Learners may wish to progress onto the Level Two Technical Diploma in Blacksmithing or the Level Three Farriery Apprenticeship