The Diploma Examination of The Worshipful Company of Farriers (DipWCF) consists of two parts:

1. The Theory Examination, which consists of:
   
   1. the Written Test.
   2. the Oral Test.
2. The Practical Examination.

Outline Syllabus

The Diploma Examination candidate should have a working knowledge of the basic management practices of the various types of horse and a detailed knowledge of matters relating to its limbs. He/she should have a good general knowledge of farriery matters and a more detailed knowledge of the following aspects of the equine:

1. Anatomy
2. Physiology
3. Conformation
4. Dynamics and movement (gait)
5. Injuries
6. Ailments/diseases affecting the foot and limb
7. Shoeing practices

The practical skills of a student about to take the Diploma exam should be such that he/she can make any of the shoes that might be set in the practical task to a competent standard. He/she must also be able to prepare feet, fit, nail, and finish to a competent standard. Students should familiarise themselves with the Diploma Syllabus, which is at Appendix 1, together with the list of shoes (Annex A to Appendix 1), and the performance criteria and standards and conditions laid down in the WCF Diploma Terminal Objectives (Annexes B and C to Appendix 1).