Qualifications — Irish Master Farrier Association

The Irish Master Farriers Association was formed in the early 1970′s around the time Bord na gCapall (The Irish Horse Board) started Farriery Apprenticeships. The I.M.F.A has to date over 140 Members which also includes apprentices.

To become a member of the Irish Master Farrier’s Association you must have a recognised qualification. Below is a list of recognized farrier qualifications in Ireland

R.F : Bord nc gCapall Qualification

I.M.F.A : Irish Master Farrier’s Association Qualification

A.C.C.F : Solas-QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in the Craft of Farriery

Dip WCF: Diploma with the Worship Company of Farrier’s

A.W.C.F: Associate with the Worship Company of Farrier’s

F.W.C.F: Fellowship with the Worship Company of Farrier’s

E.F.F.A: European Federation of Farriers Association Qualification