GOTAFE
Certificate IV in Farriery
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .
Interested in becoming a farrier? You'll be a shoe-in after studying Certificate IV in Farriery. This qualification provides a trade outcome in farriery, where farriers are employed to provide equine hoof care and shoeing services.
Students undertaking this course will learn theoretical knowledge of equine anatomy, biomechanics, and pathologies, and the ability to apply knowledge to technical solutions for a range of predictable and unpredictable problems. Participants will also graduate with the ability to interpret and accurately communicate information to owners/carers and veterinarians concerning equine hoof and shoe care, and related health issues in a variety of circumstances.
Delivery mode
GOTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
- 218 Tone Road, Wangaratta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
GOTAFE entry requirements
Undertake an induction interview to ensure their suitability and ensure that this qualification is the most appropriate training program to suit their individual needs and goals.
Complete a BKSB (Basic Key Skills Builder) test to ensure the required language, literacy, and numeracy levels are met for the course.
Prospective apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract prior to applying for this course.
Be over 15 years of age at the time the course commences.
It is recommended that all successful applicants be immunised against tetanus.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Farriery will prepare you for the following roles.
Farrier
A Farrier looks after horses’ hooves including preparing their feet and applying horse shoes. You might assess hooves for health issues and trim or...
Horse Breeding Assistant
A Horse Breeding Assistant helps with breeding and raising horses for a range of purposes. You might specialise in racing horses or breed horses fo...
About GOTAFE
GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.
