Criteria for Attendance
Candidates must:
- be experienced in bridle fitting (three years recommended)
- have previously attended the Society’s Introductory Course in Bridle Fitting or are experienced SMS Master Saddlers
Assessment & Award
Candidates will be assessed on the following procedures:
406 - Nosebands, bit identification and their use
407 - Bespoke bridle fitting and measuring (snaffle bridle)
408 - Bridle fitting (double bridle)
409 - Specialist Bridles, accessories and fault finding
411 - Bridle fitting and measuring synoptic written test
On passing Assessment Candidates are awarded the City & Guilds SMS Certificate in Bridle Fitting. The Qualification Handbook is available here