Welcome to the
DMQ website
Deer Management Qualifications (DMQ) promotes high standards in the humane management of wild deer and wild boar through a comprehensive system of assessment. Our qualifications allow candidates to demonstrate their skills and knowledge across areas such as ecology, biology, marksmanship, law, and humane culling.
Latest stats
DSC1
DSC2
DSC2 ePortfolio registrations
Wild Boar registrations
Registered
35,326
9,433
3,162
355
Completed
32,975
6,079
1,539
347
Deer Management Qualifications (DMQ) promotes high standards in the humane management of wild deer through a comprehensive system of assessment. Our qualifications, including the Deer Stalking Certificates (DSC1 and DSC2) and Wild Boar qualification, allow candidates to demonstrate their skills and knowledge across areas such as ecology, biology, marksmanship, law, and humane culling.
Latest stats
DSC1
DSC2
DSC2 ePortfolio registrations
Wild Boar registrations
Registered
35,326
9,433
3,162
355
Completed
32,975
6,079
1,539
347
Latest stats
DSC1
DSC2
DSC2 ePortfolio registrations
Wild Boar registrations
Registered
35,326
9,433
3,162
355
Completed
32,975
6,079
1,539
347
Candidate Resources
This website provides:
- Information for candidates
- Updates on standards, best practices, and news for current certificate holders.
- Important updates and guidance for DMQ Approved Witnesses.
- Downloadable resources available to all users.
About us
DMQ is an independent, not-for-profit company that sets and maintains qualification standards and administers the awards of deer and wild boar related training in the UK. Our aim is to uphold high standards in deer management, aligned with recognised National Standards.
DMQ receives administrative support from the British Association of Shooting and Conservation (BASC) at Marford Mill.
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