Courses & Masterclasses

The UK's leading online training platform for those involved in shooting, hunting, the use of firearms and the management of wildlife

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Courses

Proficient Deer Stalker PDS1 Course

PDS1 is LANTRA and UKRS accredited course delivered by a trusted provider of deer stalker training. The PDS1 is nationally recognised Deer Management course that delivers 'Trained Hunter' status.
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Proficient Deer Stalker PDS2 Course

Deer Stalking Qualification that is designed to follow on from the foundation skills achieved during the PDS1. The level 2 course consists of two elements, a taught element delivered online and a practical demonstration of skill by the candidate in the field. Read more  

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC)

Accredited by LANTRA the ‘Airgun Proficiency Course’ sets the standard in UK airgun training and is invaluable to recreational and professional airgun shooters who wish to demonstrate a level of competence to employers, landowners, clubs and the police.
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Proficient Deer Stalker PDS1 Approved Verifier Course

Approved Verifiers (AVs) are required in all areas of the UK to verify the skills of PDS1 candidates who have completed the PDS1 Online. If you are a professional stalker, have DSC2, PDS2 are a Range Officer or equivalent, become an AV by taking this course and getting registered. Read more  

Best practice guidance for use of firearms in Zoos & Wildlife Parks

Accredited by LANTRA and developed specifically for those involved with Zoos & Wildlife Parks, CDS delivers an online firearms training course designed to comply with the requirements of UK Legislation and BIAZA guidelines.
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Airgun Proficiency (APC) Approved Verifier Course

Approved Verifiers (AVs) are required in all areas of the UK to verify the skills of candidates that have completed the LANTRA Approved Airgun Proficiency Course (APC). If you are a shooting instructor and have access to an airgun range or club, this is a unique opportunity to get involved.

Large Game Meat Hygiene Course

Certificated course that complies with Food Standard Agency (FSA) guidelines that enable candidates to become trained hunters and place large game meat on the market for human consumption.
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Grey Squirrel Management Course

This Grey Squirrel Management course is designed to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively control grey squirrel populations in UK forests and woodlands.
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UK Deer Track & Recovery
(UKDTR)

In this insightful course, leading industry experts - UK Deer Track & Recovery (UKDTR), set out clear, best practice guidance in the recovery and dispatch of shot and injured deer and the use of dogs. 

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