College Certificate - Farrier Science

The Farrier Science certificate program is one of a kind. The farrier program at Olds College has a fully equipped, state-of-the art farrier lab that has been referred to as the best seen to date by American Farrier Association examiners. The farrier facility is equipped with 12 gas forges and 4 coal forges, a classroom with computers and projector, and a 16 foot workshop trailer for industry field trips. Unique clinics with specialized farriers and product representatives expose students to new materials and techniques for applications such as performance or reconstruction.

The Farrier Science certificate program is recognized as providing the finest farriery programming in North America. As one of the world’s oldest professions, farrier holds a certain nostalgia, however today’s students are trained to use the newest techniques and products that are designed to serve a rapidly growing and changing equine industry.