Professional Qualifications

Higher National Diploma in Game and Wildlife Management.

This was a 3 year sandwich course at the Northern School of Game and Wildlife at Penrith. It included theory and practical studies of all aspects of wild and reared game management including pest and predator control, habitat improvement techniques, fish and fisheries management, and deer management.

Deer Management

• Deer Management Qualification Level One, May 2005

All Terrain Vehicle Operating

• National Proficiency Tests Council (NPTC) Certificate of Competence in ATV Handling Level 2, 20th May 2003

Health and Safety

• Attended a Course Entitled Health and Safety Responsibilities for Shoots provided by The Training Association, December 2003

Wild Game Meat Handling

• Trained Hunter Status in Handling Wild Game Meat – January 2006

Night Shooting

• Attended Course Entitled Night Shooting provided by the National Gamekeeper’s Organisation