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Blacksmithing BTEC Level 2 Diploma

at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college

Level 2Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This Level 2 course seeks to lay the foundation for a successful career in blacksmithing and comprehensively teaches the technical and theoretical skills that are essential to becoming a competent blacksmith. There is also the opportunity to enter national competitions, one of these being at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern. High-achieving blacksmiths trained at the College are very well regarded by employers and many subsequently trade in their own right. This subject is an excellent choice for a self-motivated and hard-working person who will be expected to have good hand/eye coordination and artistic ability in this exciting and growing industry.

What you need to get on

A minimum of four GSCEs at grade 3, including English, maths and science

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Holme Lacy Campus

    Holme Lacy, Hereford, HR2 6LL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hereford

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