Lantra Accredited Humane Deer Dispatch Course (Online)
Make a difference: become a certified deer dispatcher
Lantra Accredited Humane Deer Dispatch Course
Overview
With the increasing number of accidents involving deer in Ireland, a comprehensive approach to managing these incidents is essential. The Humane Deer Dispatch Course, designed by the Irish Deer Commission aims to provide critical knowledge and skills for the humane dispatch of deer. This course is essential for individuals who wish to address the issue professionally and ethically.
Course Details:
Details:
Date: Saturday, 31st October 2026 at 10 AM
Time: 10am to 1pm
Delivery Mode: Online
Course Fee: €80 (Subsidised by Skillnets)
Certification: Lantra Certified
Complimentary for Successful Candidates:
🦌 Branded Humane Dispatch PPE,
🦌 Lantra Awards Jobs Skills Card with Photo ID,
🦌 Lantra Awards Certificate of Completion,
🦌 Member of Humane Dispatch Scheme.
Course Objective
This Lantra certified course offers practical guidance and theoretical knowledge to manage deer vehicle collisions (DVCs) effectively and humanely. It combines online presentations with an assessment to ensure understanding and competence.
Eligibility
You must be a member of IFA or IFA Countryside in order to avail of this course.
Assessment
To successfully complete the course, attendees must pass an online assessment. Successful candidates will receive a Lantra Awards Work Card (photo ID required) or Lantra Certificate. An Irish Deer Commission branded Hi-Vis Jacket for use during Humane Deer Dispatch.
Registration closes Tuesday 27th October.
Spaces are limited. Ensure your participation in this vital course by registering today. Together, we can make our roads safer and uphold our duty to animal welfare.
Access to IFA Countryside training courses is an exclusive benefit of membership. Our Countryside Skills Programme has been developed to provide members with practical, high-quality training in traditional rural skills, conservation and countryside activities.
If you’re not already a member, joining is quick and easy. Membership gives you access to a growing programme of subsidised courses, along with a range of additional benefits.
How to Join:
You can become an IFA Countryside member online in just a few minutes by visiting https://ifacountryside.ie/membership/#quote or by calling 0818 924 982, where our team will be happy to assist you.
Once your membership is confirmed, you’ll be eligible to book this course and enjoy all the benefits of IFA Countryside membership.
Existing members can book the course here.
Humane Deer Dispatch Course (Online)
If you are interested in this course, please complete the expression of interest form.