City & Guilds
    Level 3
    QN: 600/6252/6
    Curriculum Active

    City & Guilds Level 3 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: 739 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Syllabus Units
    6 Units
    Guided Hours
    739 hrs
    Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Bridle Production in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the different types of leather and fitting used in bridle production specifications
    • Understand the different processes and techniques involved in bridle work construction
    • Be able to use the different tools and equipment for bridle work production
    • Be able to use the industry methods, techniques and skills to produce bridle work
    • Be able to produce a range of bridle work
    2

    Business Start up and Management for the saddlery industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the types and role of saddlery businesses organisations
    • Be able to carry out financial record keeping
    • Be able to construct a business plan for a saddlery enterprise
    • Know the legal requirements for self-employment
    3

    Harness Production in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the different types of leather and fitting used in harness production specifications
    • Understand the different processes and techniques involved in harness component construction
    • Be able to use the different tools and equipment for harness component production
    • Be able to use the industry methods, techniques and skills to produce harness components
    • Be able to produce a range of harness components
    4

    Saddle Production in the Equestrian Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the different types of leather and fitting used in saddle production specifications
    • Understand the different processes and techniques involved in saddle component construction
    • Be able to use the different tools and equipment for saddle component production
    • Be able to use the industry methods, techniques and skills to produce saddle components
    • Be able to produce a general purpose saddle
    5

    Saddlery Accessories

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the different types of leather and fitting used in specified saddlery accessory production
    • Understand pattern drafting processes for specified accessory production
    • Understand the different processes and techniques involved in saddlery accessory construction
    • Be able to use the specific tools and equipment for saddlery accessory production
    • Be able to use the industry methods, techniques and skills to produce saddlery accessories
    • Be able to produce a range of saddlery accessory samples and items
    6

    Saddlery Fitting

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the principles of saddlery fitting
    • Understand the implications of poor construction and fitting of saddlery
    • Be able to measure a horse for sizing relating to saddlery fitting
    • Be able to fit a saddle

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/6252/6
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2012