City & Guilds
    Level 2
    QN: 600/6250/2
    Curriculum Active

    City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Saddle, Harness and Bridle Making

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 775 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Syllabus Units
    6 Units
    Guided Hours
    775 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Bridle Making in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the types of materials used in bridle production
    • Be able to select appropriate materials for a range of bridle components
    • Know the names, uses and maintenance of the different tools used for bridle making
    • Be able to use the methods and practices of bridle making
    • Be able to produce a range of bridle components
    2

    Equine Studies for saddle fitters

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the anatomy and conformation of a horse
    • Know how to monitor the health and well-being of horses
    • Be able to restrain a horse using specific methods
    • Be able to lead and control a horse for inspection
    • Be able to fit and remove basic saddlery and boots
    3

    Harness Making in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the types of materials used in harness production
    • Be able to select appropriate materials for a range of harness components
    • Know the names, uses and maintenance of the different tools used for harness making
    • Be able to use the methods and practices of harness making
    • Be able to produce a range of harness components
    4

    Machining Techniques for the saddlery industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the names, uses and maintenance of parts on a range of sewing machines
    • Be able to select appropriate sewing machine needles and threads
    • Be able to safely control
    • maintain and use a range of sewing machines
    • Be able to adjust a sewing machine to a range of stitching requirements
    • Be able to produce a range of stitch and seam samples
    5

    Saddle Making in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the types of materials used in Saddle production
    • Be able to select appropriate materials for a range of saddle components
    • Know the names, uses and maintenance of the different tools used for saddle making
    • Be able to use the methods and practices of saddle making
    • Be able to produce a simple saddle
    6

    The principles of Lorinery in the equine industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the scope of lorinery in the equine industry
    • Know the material components of Lorinery
    • Understand the principals of bitting
    • Know how to correctly size lorinery
    • Be able to fit a range of lorinery
    • Be able to select Lorinery for use in the manufacture of saddlery

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/6250/2
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2012