Train the Trainer Farrier (TTFA)

This Course is on 9th and 10th March 2026. To become an ATF you MUST be a current Registered Farrier with 2 or more years practicing experience; and, have successfully completed a higher Farriery Qualification such as the AWCF (pre 6 October 2023) or DipHE in Farriery, or have achieved another equine/farriery related higher qualification at Higher Diploma/Degree level; and, have successfully completed the Train the Trainer Farrier Award (TTFA), or an equivalent coaching/training certificate; and,demonstrate compliance with all aspects of Council policy, and in particular with the payment of annual retention fees,submission of the Annual Return and in meeting the requirements for Continuing Professional Development (CPD); and, must not have been convicted of an animal welfare or animal cruelty offence or other serious crime. Becoming an Approved Training Farrier (ATF) The FRC maintains a list of Registered Farriers who may train farriery apprentices known as ATFs. To gain entry to the ATF List registered farriers have to meet the minimum technical qualifications, educational and professional requirements as prescribed by the FRC at the time of application. Course Content - TTFA The course is set up to support aspiring ATFs gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to successfully train Level 3 Farriery Standards Apprentices. Supported by experienced Tutors and working as part of team, attendees will complete a theory day n day one followed by practical activities on day two. You will be well-supported by friendly and experienced Tutors delivering a TTFA course tailored towards the needs of training Farriers. 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. Additional Information/ Equipment Farriers must attend with a complete farriery toolkit and be dressed ready for practical sessions. Joining instructions will be mailed out shortly before the start of the course. If you have not heard from us please check the junk section of your email and contact us if you have not received your start information.