Faecal Egg Count Training
Join an existing workshop if there is availability (jump to dates below) or get in touch to arrange a tailored workshop for your group or Society / Association.
Minimum 14 and maximum 16 attendees at a workshop (so everyone can have their own microscope). One day workshops can be arranged within a 60 mile radius of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Minimum two day workshops in all other areas of the UK.
* Shrewsbury workshops can be arranged at short notice (max 4 attendees)*
A full day workshop costs £100 per person
Please note that from 1st April, 2026, a full day workshop will cost £110 per person
- Workshops held across the UK
- Maximum 16 attendees
- All equipment provided for training purposes – including quality microscopes (1 per person)
- Comprehensive booklet containing all workshop information
- Dedicated private Facebook group for workshop attendees – to discuss findings and receive ongoing support
- Microscope discount codes and starter packs available
- Certificate of attendance can be provided
Workshops typically run from around 10:00 until 16:00 but can be tailored to suit groups. The morning usually consists of a ‘classroom’ session where we cover everything from parasite species and lifecycles to resistance. We discuss the correct use of anthelmintics and the principles behind targeted, selective treatment.
In the afternoon practical session you will discover how to make flotation solution (no need to buy any!) and how to prepare samples. You will learn how to confidently use a microscope and how to identify different parasite eggs and oocysts (Coccidia) under the microscope.
All workshop attendees receive a comprehensive booklet which contains all the information taught on the day. The booklet has plenty of room for you to take notes.
You will come away from the workshop feeling confident and keen to get started on testing your own animals!
We have a dedicated Facebook discussion group exclusively for those who have attended a FEC It workshop. Here you can download lots of extra information, post photos and ask questions in a friendly and supportive environment.
We are also available via email and Whatsapp for ongoing support.
* Upcoming Workshops *
| Date | Location | Spaces remaining |
| Tue 3rd March | Otterburn, Northumberland | Northumberland National Park Authority Fully booked |
| Wed 4th March | Hexham, Northumberland | Northumberland National Park Authority Fully booked |
| Wed 25th March | Shrewsbury, Shropshire | 3 |
Email gofecit@gmail.com to find out more / book
Previous Workshops
| 12th January 2025 | Bridgnorth, Shropshire |
| 26th January 2025 | Malvern, Worcestershire |
| 1st & 2nd February 2025 | Carlisle, Cumbria |
| 21st February 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 30th April 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 20th May 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 22nd May 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 25th May 2025 | Brecon, Powys |
| 31st May & 1st June 2025 | Scopwick, Lincolnshire |
| 4th June 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 22nd June 2025 | Sutton Scotney, Hampshire |
| 10th June 2025 | Rare Breeds Farm, Herefordshire (private event) |
| 15th July 2025 | Tonbridge, Kent (private event) |
| 18th July 2025 | Shire Horse Society, Leicestershire (private event) |
| 23rd July 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 16th August 2025 | Thirsk, N. Yorkshire |
| 11th September 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 16th September 2025 | Otterburn, Northumberland (private event) |
| 11th October 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 8th & 9th November 2025 | Endmoor, Kendal, Cumbria |
| 22nd November 2025 | Chepstow, South Wales |
| 14th, 15th & 16th December 2025 | Shrewsbury, Shrophire |
| 31st January 2026 | Ellastone, Derbyshire |
| 6th, 7th & 8th February 2026 | Okehampton, Devon |