Deer Gralloching and Inspection Course

Prepare for your PDS or DSC Level 2 Deer Management Qualification utilising the most advanced and up-to-date medical-grade camera footage that takes you inside the deer carcass.
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For the first time ever, you’ll see and experience clear footage of each step taken during an entire ground and suspended gralloch. Utilising never before seen, revolutionary medical-grade camera footage, that reveals every critical incision and internal detail of the gralloching and inspection process.
The course covers all the essential theory, practical techniques and latest industry standards, to give you the knowledge, confidence, and professionalism required to become a qualified 'trained hunter'. Whether you're building your career or sharpening your gralloching skills, this is the ultimate step forward.

If you take deer management seriously, you already understand that your responsibilities don’t end when you squeeze the trigger. What happens next—the follow-up, gralloch, inspection, and preparation of the carcass—is just as important as the shot itself. It’s these stages that define not only the quality of the venison produced, but also your professionalism, ethical standards, and competence as a deer stalker and trained hunter. This course has been specifically designed to bridge the critical gap between taking the shot and entering the food chain, showing you exactly how to handle a deer carcass in a way that is humane, hygienic, legal, and safe.

Whether you’re preparing for your PDS2 or DSC2 qualification or just beginning your journey into deer stalking, this structured training provides the practical, hands-on knowledge required to do the job properly. Through clear, instructional video demonstrations and expert tuition from Mike Allison, CEO of Jelen Premier Wildlife Services, you’ll learn how to carry out both ground and suspended gralloch techniques with confidence and precision.

Alongside the physical process, the course also teaches you how to identify signs of disease, maintain food hygiene standards and meet legal and safety obligations in the field. Every aspect has been considered and developed to ensure you gain the skills and understanding necessary to carry out a full, compliant gralloch—making this course the ideal foundation for those seeking formal qualification or simply striving for best practice in the field.

NOTE: This course is recognised for Deer Management Certificate level 3 DMC3 and provides 2 credits towards UNIT 1. Learn more about DMC3 HERE

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Meet the instructor

Mike Allison

Mike Allison is the Managing Director of Jelen Premier Wildlife Services (Jelen PWS) and is recognised as one of the UK's foremost deer management specialists, with nearly 5 decades of professional experience in the deer industry. His expertise spans both wild, park, and farmed deer sectors, giving him a well-rounded perspective on deer management.

In addition to his extensive experience in delivering conservation-led deer management solutions across the UK and Europe, Mike is also a prominent trainer in this field. He has been instrumental in guiding many young and inexperienced stalkers into significant roles within the industry. As the leading provider of live animal capture services and training in the UK, he developed Europe’s first and only LANTRA Approved course in Live Capture, Immobilisation, and Live Animal Care, setting a benchmark for practicing vets and wildlife managers in this specialised area.
Mike's commitment to training reflects his passion for educating future professionals. Over the past 47 years, he has focused on instilling confidence, knowledge, and practical field-based skills in his trainees. He has significantly contributed to the development and delivery of a comprehensive range of deer-related training courses in the UK.

Mike is also proud to be associated with the Shooting & Hunting Academy, which he believes provides an excellent platform for his unique training methods to reach a wider audience. Mike advocates for collaboration among professionals to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of deer stalkers and wildlife managers.
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Frequently asked questions

Who is the Deer Gralloching and Inspection Course suitable for?

The Deer Gralloching and Inspection Course is suitable for aspiring and experienced deer stalkers who want to improve their gralloching, carcass inspection and field hygiene skills. It is particularly useful for candidates preparing for PDS2 or DSC2, as well as anyone who wants to handle deer carcasses safely, hygienically and professionally after the shot.

What makes this course different from other gralloching training?

This course uses advanced medical-grade camera footage to show the gralloching and inspection process in exceptional detail. For the first time, learners can clearly see each stage of a full ground and suspended gralloch, including critical incisions and internal details that are often difficult to see during conventional demonstrations or in-person training.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes. The course is suitable for beginners who are starting their deer stalking journey, as well as more experienced stalkers who want to refresh or improve their technique. The course explains the process clearly and visually, making it easier to understand what should happen after the shot, from post-stalk considerations through to gralloching, inspection and preparation of the carcass.

What does the Deer Gralloching and Inspection Course cover?

The course covers the key stages that take place after a deer has been shot, including post-stalk considerations, the gralloch, internal inspection and preparation of the carcass for the end consumer. You will learn how to approach the gralloching process safely and hygienically, how to inspect the carcass and internal organs, and how to recognise issues that may affect whether venison is suitable to enter the food chain.

Does this course help with PDS2 or DSC2 preparation?

Yes. This course is ideal for anyone preparing for a PDS2 or DSC2 qualification, where candidates are expected to understand carcass handling, gralloching, inspection and hygiene standards. It provides clear instruction on both ground and suspended gralloching, internal inspection, signs of disease and the preparation of deer for the end consumer.

Can I complete the course at my own pace?

Yes. The course is delivered online and can be completed at your own pace. You can pause, rewind and rewatch the demonstrations as often as needed, making it a valuable learning resource before practical training, while preparing for assessment, or as a refresher before carrying out a gralloch in the field.

Does the course include ground and suspended gralloching?

Yes. The course includes clear demonstrations of both ground and suspended gralloching techniques. This helps learners understand different approaches used in the field and gives them a more complete understanding of how to carry out a full, hygienic and compliant gralloch.

Does this course teach deer carcass inspection and signs of disease?

Yes. A key part of the course is internal inspection and understanding what to look for when assessing a deer carcass. The course helps learners understand how to identify signs of disease, inspect internal organs, maintain hygiene standards and make responsible decisions when preparing venison for the food chain.

Why is video-based gralloching training useful?

Deer Gralloching is a practical skill, but many important details can be difficult to see clearly during a live demonstration in the field. This course uses advanced medical-grade camera footage to show the full gralloching and inspection process in exceptional detail, including critical incisions, internal anatomy, organ inspection and hygiene considerations.

Because the course is online, you can pause, rewind and revisit each stage as often as needed, helping you build knowledge, confidence and a clearer understanding of the standards expected before applying those skills in the field.

Why is gralloching and inspection training important?

A deer stalker’s responsibility does not end with the shot. The follow-up, gralloch, inspection and preparation of the carcass are all essential parts of ethical and professional deer management. This course helps learners understand how to handle a deer carcass safely, hygienically and responsibly, while recognising the importance of food hygiene, disease inspection and preparing venison for the food chain.

Does this course count towards DMC3?

Yes. The Deer Gralloching and Inspection Course is recognised for the Deer Management Certificate Level 3, DMC3, and provides 2 credits towards Unit 1. This makes it particularly useful for candidates working towards advanced deer management qualifications.