Night Shooting Course (NSC)
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Night Shooting Certificate (NSC)
The Night Shooting Certificate (NSC) is a LANTRA-accredited qualification designed to provide essential training for those involved in night shooting activities, including deer management, pest control, and fox shooting. Recognised under current UK guidance, this course supports those applying for a night shooting licence and ensures training is aligned with the latest legal and industry standards.
Course Overview
This nationally recognised course delivers comprehensive training in the safe, legal, and effective use of firearms during night operations. Developed in collaboration with leading industry organisations and experts, it provides up-to-date knowledge on equipment, legislation, and best practice for night shooting in both rural and urban environments.
The course is delivered online and can be completed at your own pace, with assessments designed to test knowledge and understanding throughout.
What You Will Learn
- Legal requirements and UK legislation for night shooting
- Safe shooting practices in low-light environments
- Use of thermal imaging and night vision equipment
- Device setup, maintenance, and zeroing
- Species identification and situational awareness
- Best practice for humane and effective pest and wildlife control
- Application of night shooting techniques in real-world scenarios
Assessment
Candidates are assessed through a series of online multiple-choice tests, followed by a final timed assessment. Successful completion results in the award of a recognised LANTRA Certificate.
Practical Assessment (Optional)
A practical assessment is available as an additional component for those wishing to demonstrate real-world competence in night shooting conditions. This is particularly relevant for individuals applying for specific licensing categories where practical verification is required.
The practical element focuses on safe firearm handling, effective use of night shooting equipment, and operational decision-making in live environments.
Certification & Recognition
Upon successful completion, candidates receive a LANTRA-accredited certificate, recognised across the UK as a benchmark qualification for night shooting competence. The course is widely accepted by landowners, employers, and regulatory bodies as evidence of safe and responsible practice.
Who This Course Is For
- Deer managers and wildlife professionals
- Pest control operatives and land managers
- Fox shooters and recreational hunters
- Individuals seeking certification for night shooting licences
- Anyone looking to develop safe and effective night shooting skills
Industry Collaboration
This course has been developed through collaboration with leading organisations including the National Gamekeepers Organisation and specialists in wildlife management, pest control, and shooting technology, ensuring industry-relevant and practical training.
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Gain the knowledge, certification, and confidence required to carry out night shooting safely, legally, and effectively.
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The Shooting & Hunting Academy is a UK Registered Learning Provider and LANTRA and UK Rural Skills Approved Training Provider. The academy hosts key accredited courses for those involved in shooting, hunting, the management of wildlife, and the safe and effective dispatch of pests and vermin. The academy also delivers specialist Masterclasses, delivered by leading shooting and environmental experts.
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