The ELPO Certification Course is a 3 Full Day event that starts each morning at 9:00 AM and will run until approximately 5:00 PM each day.  The course may run slightly longer or shorter each day depending on the progress of the exams.  The instructors will try to end the course a little earlier on Saturday if possible, but sometimes it does run until 5:00 PM.  Please try to arrive about 30 minutes prior to the start time especially on the first day so that we are not delayed getting started.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to E-MAIL us.

Schedule of Events:  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day (Thursday - Saturday)

Day 1 (9:00 AM Start)

  • Live Sole Hoof Mapping Practical Exam
  • Written Exam
  • *Some attendees will take the written exam before the practical exam so be prepared to either exam first

Day 2 (9:00 AM Start)

  • Barefoot Trimming Practical Exam
  • Written Exam (if not taken already)
  • Forging Practical Exam for those taking CFP "Farrier" Exam
  • *Some attendees will take the written exam before the practical exam so be prepared to either exam first

*If you are only taking your Live Sole Hoof Mapping & Barefoot Trimming Certification Exams, your course ENDS ON FRIDAY.  Only those taking the Farrier Exams will continue on Saturday.

Day 3 (9:00 AM Start)

  • Farrier Shoeing Practical Exam
  • Farrier Written Exam (if not taken already)
  • *Some attendees will take the written exam before the practical exam so be prepared to either exam first