Becoming an assessor brings advantages to you and your clients, which in turn will assist them in making sound animal and farm management decisions that will contribute to the sustainability and profitability of their farm.
The autumn BCS events are here. To express interest in the spring round of events, please click on the appropriate link below. Please also note the BCS Assessor Certification Programme changed in 2017. The bullet points below will help ensure you register for the correct event:
- Training is open to all and is recommended for those intending to sit an assessment.
- Assessment is required for those who have not passed an assessment before or for those whose certification has lapsed for more than two years.
- Calibration is for those who have passed an assessment, including those who are currently certified and those whose certification has lapsed for less than two years.
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BCS Assessor Certification Programme
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Information about Body Condition Scoring (BCS) including how-to guides, videos, and the certified assessors list.
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BCS Tracker App
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