Farrier / Horseshoer / Missouri
2026 data Missouri board official source

Missouri Farrier / Horseshoer License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Equine hoof care and horseshoeing. Licensed in a few states.

What the Missouri data shows for Farrier / Horseshoers

Missouri's path to farrier / horseshoer licensure runs through board-approved instruction with no mandatory state exam. Missouri folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Varies".

Upfront cost is $50 on a 2-year cycle. Continuing education is not a listed requirement for this profession in Missouri, so the annualized maintenance burden is lower than in states that mandate ongoing hours.

Missouri handles out-of-state credentials on a case-by-case basis instead of a standing reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

A+
Licensing Ease Score
90/100
Farrier / Horseshoer · Missouri

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A+
$50
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Missouri

Education / Training Hours
Varies
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Not Required
Initial License Fee
$50
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Not Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Missouri licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Farrier / Horseshoer in Missouri? ▼
In Missouri, the license path calls for, and a $50 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Farrier / Horseshoer in Missouri? ▼
Certification as a farrier / horseshoer in Missouri means clearing the state's checklist. The Missouri licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Farrier / Horseshoer license to Missouri from another state? ▼
Missouri evaluates out-of-state farrier / horseshoer licenses on a case-by-case basis. Many professions are covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability. Contact the Missouri licensing board for specific reciprocity details.
Does Missouri require a background check for Farrier / Horseshoer licensing? ▼
Missouri does not currently require a criminal background check for farrier / horseshoer licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.

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Farrier / Horseshoer in Missouri is one requirement row in a farrier / horseshoer-wide, 50-state comparison.

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Missouri licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.