Advanced Bridle (Level 3)
This is a very intensive 4 week course aimed at those who want to be professional bridle makers. The key requirements are practice and mastery of the basic skills – stitching proficiently and at pace should be a given if the student has completed Intermediate Bridle.
After Intermediate Bridle the fast learners can learn what they need to know for the Level 3 Skills test in a few days. The remaining weeks will provide them with so much more in terms of the additional skills, knowledge and techniques they will need to be professional bridle makers – or as skilled leatherworkers.
Duration, Fee and Bursary Support
4 weeks (5 weeks if student is taking the Skills Test)
The fee is £2,400 (£2,900 for 5 weeks)
Bursary support is available to help with the course fees for eligible applicants. The 5th week is optional so that people who wish can prepare for the skills tests with all the support they require. Once offered a place you will be asked to pay a deposit of £200 to secure your place.
Course Dates
From February 2025. Interested students should register their interest. If we have more than 6 applicants, we will run a second course from May 2025.
Other Information
On completion of this course a student is way beyond the minimum knowledge and skills requirements for the C&G Level 3 Bridle Skills test. The student is equipped to make complex bridlework at an advanced level. The Skills test pieces can easily be made by the student independently with reference to the Handbook and without supervision at home. The work can be checked in the class and feedback given. Students who wish to obtain the relevant qualification for this course will be registered for the C&G Skills Test for which a registration fee is payable.
If you want to discuss your interest further or to apply for a place, please email patrick@walsall-leather.org or telephone 07860 957580.
Qualification:
C&G Level 3 Diploma in Saddlery (Bridle)
Certificate of Achievement for CPD