Training
Our aim is: To deliver wildlife and deer managers better equipped to facilitate wildlife management through industry leading training and support.
WildTrackPro X Shooting & Hunting Academy
We are proud to be working in partnership with the Shooting & Hunting Academy to deliver their PDS1 and PDS2 practical assessments.
Later this year we will be bringing one of our most anticipated courses to their digital platform. Subscribe to stay in the loop!
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Later this year we will be bringing one of our most anticipated courses to their digital platform. Subscribe to stay in the loop!
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Proficient Deer Stalker PDS 1
LANTRA and UKRS accredited course delivered by a trusted provider of deer stalker training. The PDS1 is a nationally recognised Deer Management Qualification, that is available online and delivers 'Trained Hunter' status.
Through a series of online modules, classes and exams delivered by a professional deer stalker and 'LANTRA Approved Training Provider', candidates are guided through the PDS1 syllabus.
The PDS1 Course serves to educate and inform candidates about both the theory and practical elements involved in becoming a trained hunter, such as safety, legislation, marksmanship and rifle handling. Offered with the course is a 'Large Game Meat Hygiene Certificate' that complies with FSA Guidelines for placing large game meat on the market for human consumption.
Having completed the theory element of the deer management certificate online, candidates are awarded a PDS1 Certificate verifying what they have learnt.
To compliment the PDS1 theory with the practical assessment, it couldn’t be easier. We provide a list of Approved Verifiers (AV's) in your area who will be able to sign off on the practical elements of the course*.
The Proficient Deer Stalker Certificate (PDS1) is an established, widely recognised and nationally available deer stalking course that not only empowers candidates, but is widely recognised as a crucial first step in obtaining a Firearm Certificate, or variation to an existing certificate to hunt and shoot deer.
Your instructor throughout the course is Peter S Jones a well recognised and highly experienced full-time, professional hunter. Read more about your instructor at the bottom of this page.
The PDS1 Certificate is perfect for the beginner or for anyone wishing to learn to hunt deer, and is an ideal way to make a start in the exciting world of deer stalking.
*NB: Additional rates apply for the Practical Assessment
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Through a series of online modules, classes and exams delivered by a professional deer stalker and 'LANTRA Approved Training Provider', candidates are guided through the PDS1 syllabus.
The PDS1 Course serves to educate and inform candidates about both the theory and practical elements involved in becoming a trained hunter, such as safety, legislation, marksmanship and rifle handling. Offered with the course is a 'Large Game Meat Hygiene Certificate' that complies with FSA Guidelines for placing large game meat on the market for human consumption.
Having completed the theory element of the deer management certificate online, candidates are awarded a PDS1 Certificate verifying what they have learnt.
To compliment the PDS1 theory with the practical assessment, it couldn’t be easier. We provide a list of Approved Verifiers (AV's) in your area who will be able to sign off on the practical elements of the course*.
The Proficient Deer Stalker Certificate (PDS1) is an established, widely recognised and nationally available deer stalking course that not only empowers candidates, but is widely recognised as a crucial first step in obtaining a Firearm Certificate, or variation to an existing certificate to hunt and shoot deer.
Your instructor throughout the course is Peter S Jones a well recognised and highly experienced full-time, professional hunter. Read more about your instructor at the bottom of this page.
The PDS1 Certificate is perfect for the beginner or for anyone wishing to learn to hunt deer, and is an ideal way to make a start in the exciting world of deer stalking.
*NB: Additional rates apply for the Practical Assessment
Enroll Now
Proficient Deer Stalker PDS 2
The Proficient Deer Stalker Certificate Level 2 is a nationally recognised Deer Management Certificate (DMC), that has been accredited by UK Rural Skills (UKRS) and is recognised by the Forestry Commission, Forestry England and in Scotland by NatureScot, where the PDS1 & PDS2 Certificates can be used to apply for 'Fit & Competent' registration.
The initial taught element elevates the candidate’s knowledge in key areas, that include subjects such as, an advanced understanding of firearms and optics, ageing and assessing the condition of deer, how to assess the suitability of land for stalking, how to carry out risk assessments, record keeping and deer management plans. The take-up of this element is assessed through multiple choice examinations.
Upon completion of the taught element, candidates may download their practical assessment Logbook, which covers four key areas that include, the preparation and safe handling of equipment, competence at stalking and dispatching deer humanely and safely, the ability to be able to inspect and gralloch deer, and hygienically handle deer in line with food standards agency guidelines.
Through both taught modules and classes and through a practical demonstration of skill that must be demonstrated on at least two occasions, the PDS2 sets the gold standard in UK deer stalking and is ideal for those who may wish to take on a deer stalking lease, apply for an open style firearms certificate, or simply for those that wish to advance their knowledge to new heights.
The PDS Level 2 is available to all PDS1 candidates by simply enrolling via the UK Shooting & Hunting Academy.
NB: Candidates should note that the cost of the course covers the taught element of the PDS2 and registration on the practical assessment only.
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The initial taught element elevates the candidate’s knowledge in key areas, that include subjects such as, an advanced understanding of firearms and optics, ageing and assessing the condition of deer, how to assess the suitability of land for stalking, how to carry out risk assessments, record keeping and deer management plans. The take-up of this element is assessed through multiple choice examinations.
Upon completion of the taught element, candidates may download their practical assessment Logbook, which covers four key areas that include, the preparation and safe handling of equipment, competence at stalking and dispatching deer humanely and safely, the ability to be able to inspect and gralloch deer, and hygienically handle deer in line with food standards agency guidelines.
Through both taught modules and classes and through a practical demonstration of skill that must be demonstrated on at least two occasions, the PDS2 sets the gold standard in UK deer stalking and is ideal for those who may wish to take on a deer stalking lease, apply for an open style firearms certificate, or simply for those that wish to advance their knowledge to new heights.
The PDS Level 2 is available to all PDS1 candidates by simply enrolling via the UK Shooting & Hunting Academy.
NB: Candidates should note that the cost of the course covers the taught element of the PDS2 and registration on the practical assessment only.
Enroll Now
DSC 2 Training
Our approved witnesses with over 15 years experience can witness a stalk for your DSC2 portfolio or if your require some training we can provide targetted training such as gralloch inspection or a general coaching for an assessed outing.
Please contact us to arrange an outing.
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Please contact us to arrange an outing.
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Publicly Sensitive Site Deer Management Course
Drawing on 50 man years of managing highly sensitive public areas and 20 man years of advanced population dynamics we have created this management system to mitigate risk and educate the public where necessary to reduce the sensitivity of a site and improve the public’s view of necessary wildlife management.
Key aims:Be able to ascertain the level of sensitivity a site has.
Understand how to reduce the level of sensitivity.
How to operate within a sensitive site with minimal disruption.
During the course we will cover:Defining, measuring and quantifying public sensitivity.
Identifying and managing key stakeholders.
Interactions with the public including role plays.
Science and population data including sinks and sources.
Equipment, strategies, tools and techniques applicable both on and off site.
Next Course:
TBA - North Yorkshire 2025
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Key aims:
During the course we will cover:
Next Course:
TBA - North Yorkshire 2025
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Night Shooting Course NSC
The LANTRA Accredited Night Shooting Safety Course provides crucial, certificated training to professional and recreational pest control operatives, fox shooters, deer managers and all those involved in the control of vermin, fox and deer at night.
The course covers key subjects that include, the origins of night shooting, understanding thermal imaging and night vision devices, understanding technical specifications, maintenance, device set-up and zeroing. Legislation and UK law concerning the use of thermal imaging and night vision technology for shooting at night. Safe shooting in both urban and rural environments, considerations surrounding species identification. The use of thermal and night vision in wildlife management and crucial best practice guidance for all professional operatives and recreational shooters involved in the dispatch of pests, predators, vermin and deer at night.
The candidate's uptake of the course is assessed via a series of multiple-choice exams and a final timed multiple-choice exam.
Upon satisfactorily completing the night shooting course, candidates are awarded a LANTRA Certificate. This easy to access, nationally available, third-party accredited ‘Night Shooting Course’ delivers the industry standard in Night Shooting and is perfect for all those involved in the dispatch of pests, fox, vermin and deer at night, and demonstrates a level of competence to landowners, employers and the police.
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The course covers key subjects that include, the origins of night shooting, understanding thermal imaging and night vision devices, understanding technical specifications, maintenance, device set-up and zeroing. Legislation and UK law concerning the use of thermal imaging and night vision technology for shooting at night. Safe shooting in both urban and rural environments, considerations surrounding species identification. The use of thermal and night vision in wildlife management and crucial best practice guidance for all professional operatives and recreational shooters involved in the dispatch of pests, predators, vermin and deer at night.
The candidate's uptake of the course is assessed via a series of multiple-choice exams and a final timed multiple-choice exam.
Upon satisfactorily completing the night shooting course, candidates are awarded a LANTRA Certificate. This easy to access, nationally available, third-party accredited ‘Night Shooting Course’ delivers the industry standard in Night Shooting and is perfect for all those involved in the dispatch of pests, fox, vermin and deer at night, and demonstrates a level of competence to landowners, employers and the police.
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Squirrel Management Certificate
Key Aims:
A thorough understanding of the ecology of squirrels and their impact on the ecosystem.
Be able to write a squirrel management plan.
Understand how to modify this year on year based on the damage and impacts.
Understand the law and use of different traps.
To understand the law and safe use of air rifles.
Course Coverage:
Squirrel Biology and Ecology
Squirrel Species Interaction
Squirrel Predation
Writing and Carrying Out a Squirrel Management Plan
Squirrels and the Law
Damage Assessments for Squirrels (including practical)
Trapping Laws and Regulations
Air Rifles and the Law
Air Rifle Shooting and Safety Test
Next Course:
TBA - Northumberland 2025
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Course Coverage:
Next Course:
TBA - Northumberland 2025
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Woodland Mammal Damage and Impact Assessment Course
Key aims:
To understand the impact of mammals on woodland ecosystem’s flora and fauna.
Distinguishing between various types of mammal-induced damage.
Assessing, documenting and presenting reports on mammal-induced damages in a woodland area.
Course Coverage: Covering the theory and practical aspects of damage and impact assessments and the differing types.
Differing methodologies of damage assessment.
Differing methodologies of impact assessments.
Tree and ground flora Identification. (some assumed knowledge)
Types of damage by species of mammal.
Application of different techniques, planning and carrying out the assessments.
Practical damage assessment training.
Application of software.
Writing up and presenting damage data.
Next Course:
Digital Version Coming Soon
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Course Coverage:
Next Course:
Digital Version Coming Soon
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WildTrackPro Training
We offer basic user training for large sites onboarding multiple users at once. We also deliver an advanced user package for those managing multiple sites.
Our WTP Advanced course is tailored to your needs but it can cover the following aspects:
Dashboard:
Cull Filters.
Deer Run Rate.
Outings Reports
Filtering Reports.
Download KML.
Group Settings:
Add User.
Add Site.
Add KML.
User Documentation Management.
Alert System.
Advanced Access:Deer Management Plan.
Squirrel Management Plan.
Annual Cull Return.
WS1 Monitoring.
WS3 Monitoring.
User Compliance Report.
Detail Site Statistics.
License Submission.
Deer Risk Assessment.
Squirrel Risk Assessment.
Night License Submission.
Forestry Commission Deer Management Plan.
For general user tutorials please see our Youtube Channel
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Our WTP Advanced course is tailored to your needs but it can cover the following aspects:
Dashboard:
Group Settings:
Advanced Access:
For general user tutorials please see our Youtube Channel
Youtube
Butchery Course
We can deliver a bespoke butchery course by a trained hunter with over 10 years experience as a professional chef and restaurant manager. We can tailor the course to chefs and create a training package to suite your restraunt style and menu or it can simply be for the hunter who wishes to get more from his carcasses to share with family and friends.
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