Becoming a Farrier
All persons who shoe horses, including their own horses within Great Britain (GB)*, are required to be registered under the Farriers (Registration) Act 1975, as amended.
*The definition of GB as applicable to the Farriers (Registration) Act, includes England, Wales and Scotland, but excludes Northern Ireland, The Channel Islands and the Isle of Man].
In order to qualify for registration, GB applicants will have to complete an Apprenticeship and pass an End Point Assessment (EPA).
Professional farriers from outside GB with relevant experience and/or qualifications may also be eligible to register via the Council’s overseas application procedures.
This section provides information on farriery apprenticeships and registration for GB and overseas applicants.
