Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, we offer a range of training opportunities to help you succeed in becoming a trained hunter.
Core Training Programs
Interested in getting certified? Find full details and enrolment options on the Shooting & Hunting Academy site.
- Proficient Deer Stalking 1 (PDS1)
Proficient Deer Stalking Certificate 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..
- Proficient Deer Stalking 2 (PDS2)
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.
- Deer Management Certificate Level 3 (DMC3)
The Deer Management Certificate Level 3 (DMC3) is a higher level vocational qualification that represents the UK’s highest level of achievement in deer management.
- 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.
- Firearms Proficiency
We offer comprehensive firearms proficiency and safety training designed for all experience level from beginners to seasoned shooters. Our certified instructors emphasise responsible gun ownership, safe handling practices, and real-world skills development.
Large Meat & Hygiene Courses
- Butchery Skills
Learn practical butchery techniques with hands-on training. Whether you’re new butchery or looking to refine your cuts, our butchery course focuses on precision, safety, and efficiency.
- Pre-Large Game Meat Food Hygiene Course
Need to brush up before your Large Game meat Hygiene assessment? Our Pre-Hygiene Training is perfect for anyone preparing for certification via the We’ll help you review key hygiene practices and boost your confidence ahead of testing.
- Meat & Hygiene Training
Stay up to date with current hygiene standards. This training covers everything from safe handling and storage, disease identification, and sanitation procedures. A must-have for anyone working in food preparation or processing environments.
All meat & hygiene training complies with FSA guidelines that enable candidates to become trained hunters and place large game meat on the market for human consumption
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