Professional Bird Control Courses

The market for bird control services is expanding both in the UK and internationally. A key component of bird control is the non-lethal use of birds of prey to deter pest species such as pigeons, gulls, and other nuisance birds. The demand for skilled technicians in this specialized area is increasing, with major firms actively seeking new talent.

There are also excellent opportunities for new entrants to start their own businesses focusing on bird control or incorporating it as part of a broader range of bird of prey services.

While bird control is regulated by wildlife licenses and governed by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and the Animal Welfare Act 2006, no specific personal licenses are required to work in the industry. This differs from other bird of prey professions, which often require licensing or affiliation with professional bodies.

Unfortunately, the use of birds of prey for bird control has suffered from poor outcomes and value for money when inexperienced or unqualified individuals enter the market without proper training.

To address this issue, Raptor Awards, in collaboration with a panel of leading professionals from the bird control sector, offers two courses based on a nationally agreed curriculum.

Bird control professionals, particularly those new to the field, can demonstrate their knowledge and commitment by completing either the ‘Operative Award’ (for those working under the supervision of a larger firm) or the ‘Professional Award’ (designed for those looking to run their own business or supervise others).

For more information on working with birds of prey in the bird control sector, please visit our website [link to course information].

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