Farriery Access Course - NPTC Full-time (FE)

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In Leamington Spa

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    Leamington spa

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Warwickshire College Group will help you develop an entrepreneurial mindset by instilling enterprising and innovative skills and behaviours, which will help you to become successful in an ever-competitive world.

We offer all of the above in a supportive, friendly, high-quality and technologically-driven environment. Our student success rates and A-level results are at an all-time high, with our students progressing onto a wide range of careers with globally recognised brands, and many students have also set up their own businesses and enterprise projects.

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Leamington Spa (Warwickshire)
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Warwick New Road, CV325JE

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Farriery Access Course NPTC Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Moreton Morrell Sep-2016 Var 09:30 - 16:15 * see below 1Year(s) What will I study?

This course is designed for those who want to gain a Farriery Apprenticeship. You will develop forging, horse care and other skills needed to be useful to an Approved Training Farrier(ATF).

This is a one-year, full time course, where you spend four days a week at College. A block of three weeks industrial experience with an ATF is included. 

What modules are covered?

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care

* Units are subject to change

Undertake Work Related Experience in the Land-based Industries


The aim of this unit is to give students the skills needed to identify, participate in and review work experience in the environmental and landbased sector. Learners benefit from experience of the type of work that they hope to do and an idea of the expectations of those who may employ them.
 
Carry out and Undertake the Principles of Feeding and Watering

Students will be taught the basic principles of feeding and watering horses correctly and how to work out basic food rations.

Undertake Stable Duties

Anyone who wishes to work in the equine industry needs a thorough understanding of how to maintain a horse’s environment. This unit teaches students how to prepare, clean and maintain stables and the daily checks needed to ensure horses are healthy.

Undertake Horse Handling

It is vital that a farrier knows how to handle and restrain horses in order to carry out his/her job safely

Fit and Maintain Horse Tack and Clothing

Students will learn how to fit and maintain items of horse clothing and tack.

Introduction to Keeping Horses at Grass

This unit teaches students to be able to assess grazing land for the introduction of horses, turn out, catch and bring in horses from grazing land and how to maintain horses at grass.

Introduction to the Principles of Horse Behaviour

The aim of this unit is to teach learners about the role of horses in society and the natural lifestyles of equines. It will also investigate the impact of domestication on the horse and how to monitor and report on horse behaviour.

Understand the Principles of Horse Biology

This unit focuses on providing learners with the knowledge and understanding of how a horse works. The learner is introduced to basic structure of the horse as an animal, to gain knowledge, and to appreciate the function of the skeleton, muscles and systems in animals. The systems covered include the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive and excretory systems.
 
  NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Forge Work

A compulsory qualification  to gain entry on to a Farriery Apprenticeship .

Students will learn how to operate solid fuel forge hearth, recognise and apply safe working practices when operating solid fuel forge hearths and gas furnaces.  Practical skills - forging, forming cutting and joining techniques


What qualifications will I get?

NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Forgework
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care
Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is continuous and involves practical tasks, industrial placement, assignments and written tests, as well as the NPTC forging exam and Functional Skills exam.

What is the entry process?

You can apply through our website using the 'Apply now' button on the right hand side of the page. You will need to access the full version of our website to do this, it is not available on the smart phone app.

After applying, you will be invited to an informal interview with a member of the department. They will assess your suitability and answer any questions you have about the course.

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 2

Five GCSE's at Grade C or above to include Mathematics, English and Science plus some relevant practical experience, reference from a farrier and enthusiasm for the subject.

What else do I need to know?

For students aged 16-18 years, the fee is £0.00 for the 2015-16 academic year

Students aged 19 + years will be required to pay a total fee of £2,100 for the 2015-16 academic year. 

Fees for September 2016 have yet to be confirmed.

For information on refunds of tuition fees please click here: Refund Policy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I’ve never been to Moreton Morrell, what is it like?

Covering 750 acres of beautiful Warwickshire countryside, our Moreton Morrell centre has excellent facilities to support our students in their studies. 

Specialist resources include a well-equipped Horse Unit with stabling for over 100 horses, a sports performance laboratory, three large schools and a purpose built farriery teaching unit. Our highly acclaimed blacksmithing courses take place on the lower campus where we also have a full working farm allowing students to get hands-on experience with farm animals and agricultural machinery. For those studying countryside courses our woodlands, wetlands and grasslands ensure students experience real-life wildlife habitats. 

Please follow this link Moreton Morrell Campus if you would like to learn more about the campus.

Is accommodation available?

Our Moreton Morrell centre has accommodation for over 250 residential students. Our excellent facilities include refectories which serve a good range of food, a bistro where hot drinks and snacks can be purchased and a shop selling household and personal items.

Wardens and on-site nurse are available to provide assistance should any problems arise. The residential team organise a packed programme of events and trips to ensure students are given the opportunity to have plenty of fun outside of the classroom.

For further information, including prices and details of the packages available please click on the link: Accommodation

Is transport available?

Students can travel to our six centres from all over the West Midlands using our extensive bus network. For more information, please follow the link: Transport to college

Is there any help available to pay for my course?

If you are aged 16-18, tuition for full time, further education courses is generally free but you may be asked to contribute towards the cost of books, specialist equipment and trips.

Students who are aged 19+ are normally expected to pay towards the cost of tuition but loans and bursaries may be available to you. Depending on personal circumstances, older students who are in receipt of certain benefits may be eligible for free or reduced tuition. 

If you would like more information please click here: Financial support information

How do you support your students?

In addition to lectures from subject specialists, tutorial support is available to students from a dedicated Personal Learning Advisor (PLA). A PLA works alongside tutors to help students progress and develop as an individual on their course. This includes holding regular one to one sessions with students to ensure they are kept on track with their studies and achieving their full potential.

Do you offer learning support?

Qualified tutors are available to offer support to those students who require a little extra help with their studies. For more information please follow the link: Learning Support

Can I visit the college and get more information?

If you would like to see our facilities and meet the tutors, why not visit us on one of our open days? Dates and times are available here: Open events

English and Maths

English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

What can I do after this course?

On successful completion of this course you may obtain an apprenticeship in Farriery.   See Farriery Apprentices.  Contact Lorna Walters 01926 318337 or email lwalters@warkscol.ac.uk.

Otherwise you may progress to other courses such as the Level 3 in Blacksmithing and Metal-working.

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowCourse code

WC11250

Fees

Course tuition fees are free for UK students under 19yrs.

All students may be charged for materials e.g. equipment, clothing etc.

UK students aged 19 and over will need to pay tuition fees as well as any materials, registration and exam fees.Some adults may be eligible for free tuition.Please contact us for more fee information.

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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Farriery Access Course - NPTC Full-time (FE)

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