Program Description:

This program is designed for persons with a demonstrated interest in farriery who have independently acquired some of the basic skills of the farrier trade.

The 16-week program provides participants with practical knowledge of related anatomy, fundamental aspects of shoeing and fabrication of shoes.

Three program sessions are offered each year, typically starting the first week of January, the first week of May and the first week of September (dates may vary based on scheduling logistics). Upcoming session dates are: Spring 2023 - January 3, 2023 through April 21, 2023 (session is full); Summer 2023 - May 2, 2023 through August 18, 2023; and Fall 2023 - September 5, 2023 through December 22, 2023. The time schedule for each 16-week session with 40 hours per week of course work is as follows:

• 25 hrs in anatomy of the horse's foot
• 30 hrs in theory of therapeutic shoeing
• 385 hrs of forge work
• 200 hrs in trimming feet, fitting and nailing shoes

Requirements:

Farriery is a physically demanding profession; as such, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be able to lift 75 pounds and be in reasonable physical condition for the work.
• Three (3) letters of reference/recommendation, along with a written statement as to why you are interested in participating in the Farrier Program with the program application.
• A personal interview with the instructor is required prior to acceptance. This may be in person or by phone and is the applicant's responsibility to arrange. 
• Proof of current health insurance upon acceptance. The participant must provide documentation of current health insurance coverage while enrolled in the program. Documentation must be provided when the deposit is paid upon acceptance. A copy of the valid insurance card clearly displaying name, effective date and expiration date or a letter from the insurance company stating that coverage will be in effect for the duration of the program will be accepted as proof.
• Rabies vaccine series is required by both the College of Veterinary Medicine and Cornell University Health. This protocol is dictated by Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) policies.
• Required tools and equipment necessary to participate in the program.

Program Fee:

General Farrier Program fee is $8000.00. A deposit of $4000.00 is required within two weeks of notification of acceptance. The remaining balance of $4000.00 is due prior to the program start date.

A non-refundable application & processing fee of $400 will be charged at the time you are accepted into the program.  This fee will be paid online via Flywire: www.flywire.com/pay/cvm

Program Description:

A one-week program is available to practicing farriers with at least two years of experience and to active veterinarians interested in the latest advances in farriery techniques. This course will also provide advanced training for those interested in pursuing certification through the American Farriers' Association.

Scheduling and availability for this program is flexible and is determined by the instructor in cooperation with the applicant. Space is limited. The advanced program runs concurrently with the 16 week farrier program.

Program fee for this one-week program is $500.00. Please complete the application for further details.

Requirements:

• At lease one (1) letter of reference/recommendation, along a written statement as to why you are interested in participating in the Farrier Program with the program application.
• A personal interview with the instructor is required prior to acceptance. This may be in person or by phone and is the applicant's responsibility to arrange. 
• Proof of current health insurance upon acceptance. The participant must provide documentation of current health insurance coverage while enrolled in the program. Documentation must be provided when the deposit is paid upon acceptance. A copy of the valid insurance card clearly displaying name, effective date and expiration date or a letter from the insurance company stating that coverage will be in effect for the duration of the program will be accepted as proof.
• Rabies vaccine series is required by both the College of Veterinary Medicine and Cornell University Health. This protocol is dictated by Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) policies.