Farrier
USEFUL LINKS
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zn7chbk
https://www.forgeandfarrier.co.uk/
JOB PROFILES
Farriers make and fit horseshoes and care for horses' hooves. On a regular basis a farrier may talk to the horse owner about what work is required, check the horse's legs, feet and hooves for problems, cut away excess hoof growth and make sure the horse is properly balanced, choose suitable shoes for the horse's size, foot condition and type of activity, make horseshoes by hand or on a machine, shape shoes, using a hammer and anvil and much more.
HOW TO BECOME A FARRIER
The main routes to get into this role are :
College course- there are a variety of animal related courses that can support you in becoming a farrier.
An apprenticeship- you may be able to gain a relevant animal related apprenticeship.
Training with the army- the army offer paid training to become a farrier.
APPRENTICESHIP OPTIONS
You can get into this work by doing an advanced apprenticeship in farriery with an approved training farrier. This takes 48 months to complete and includes training on the job and periods of study at a college approved by the Farriers Registration Council. This is dependent on the company and will usually include an interview process.
Apprenticeship Finders
https://careerfinder.ucas.com/
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
Interview Help
https://www.jobinterviewquestions.com/animal-care/farrier