Olds College
Farrier Science
| School: | Olds College |
| Faculty: | Animal Sciences |
| Degree: | Certificate |
| Field of Study: | Equestrian/Equine Studies
|
| Description: | Take your horse care knowledge to the next level in the one-of-a-kind Farrier Science program. Recognized as providing the finest farriery programming in North America, Olds College has a fully-equipped, state-of-the art farrier lab. This one year program will train you in new techniques and products designed to serve a rapidly growing and changing equine industry.
Learn from instructors who are industry leaders with their own farriery businesses and engage in unique clinics with specialized farriers and product representatives. You will learn all of the necessary skills to be a successful Farrier or Blacksmith and experience hands-on working field trips to Warner Ranch, Ya Ha Tinda and University of Calgary Veterinary program. |
| URL: | Farrier Science at Olds College |
| Length: | 1 Year(s) |
| Cost per year:* | | National: | $5,015 | | International: | $17,552 |
This estimate represents the full tuition. |
| Prerequisites:* | These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. - Grade11 English
- Grade11 Precalculus or Grade11 Applied Mathematics
- Grade11 Biology or Grade11 Chemistry or Grade11 Science
50% or better in English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2, 50% or better in Math 20-1 or 20-2, 50% or better in one of Biology 20 OR Chemistry 20 OR Science 20. |
| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 80]
|
| Application Notes : | A completed Applicant Questionnaire is required. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Academic Upgrading and High School Applicants: Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrolment and any available interim/midterm marks. Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.
For Alternate Admission Option, please check the URL for details. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.