Faecal Egg Count Training
Join an existing workshop (jump to dates below) or get in touch to arrange a tailored workshop for your group/workplace
* Shrewsbury workshops can be arranged at short notice (max 4 attendees)*
A full day workshop costs £100 per person
- Workshops held across the UK
- Maximum 14 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 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 also have laminated guides for easy egg identification.
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 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 |
| Tues 16th Sept | Otterburn, Northumberland | Fully booked (private event) |
| Sat 11th October | Shrewsbury, Shropshire | Fully booked |
| Sat 8th Nov | Endmoor, Kendal, Cumbria | 1 |
| Sun 9th Nov | Endmoor, Kendal, Cumbria | Fully booked |
| Fri 14th Nov | Shrewsbury | 4 |
| Sat 22nd Nov | Chepstow, South Wales (good links for Wilts/Gloucs/Somerset) | 9 |
Email gofecit@gmail.com to find out more / book
Previous Workshops in 2025
| 12th January | Bridgnorth, Shropshire |
| 26th January | Malvern, Worcestershire |
| 1st & 2nd February | Carlisle, Cumbria |
| 21st February | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 30th April | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 20th May | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 22nd May | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 25th May | Brecon, Powys |
| 31st May & 1st June | Scopwick, Lincolnshire |
| 4th June | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 22nd June | Sutton Scotney, Hampshire |
| 10th June | Rare Breeds Farm, Herefordshire (private event) |
| 15th July | Tonbridge, Kent (private event) |
| 18th July | Shire Horse Society, Leicestershire (private event) |
| 23rd July | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| 16th August | Thirsk, N. Yorkshire |
| 11th September | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |