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Farrier

OSCA 331933·ANZSCO 322113

Employed

1,100

Part-time share

33.9%

Female share

8.1%

Median age

42 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Farrier is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Farriery and Certificate III in Equine Hoof Care.

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About this career

Inspects, trims and shapes horses' hooves, and forms, fits and nails horseshoes.

What they typically do

  • Inspects horses' hooves and assesses their condition
  • Trims and shapes horses' hooves
  • Measures horses' hooves for appropriate shoe size
  • Fits and nails horseshoes securely onto hooves
  • Provides advice to horse owners on hoof care and shoeing
  • Prevents disease and cultivates overall hoof health

Where they work

Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
35.2%
VIC
26.1%
QLD
19.4%
WA
9.8%
SA
6%
TAS
2.1%
ACT
0.6%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Farrier.