The UCS Main League 1 Instructor course is Lantra accredited

The UCS Main League 1 is for instructors who want to teach and run assessments 

To enrol, you’ll need to already be working at an instructor level or have a foundation in scent detection, dog trailing or tracking, 

 Courses are built around practical skills, real-world application, and assessment, not just theory, ensuring you can actually deliver training and evaluate teams confidently.

Through the UCS course, we take that structure further. You’ll learn how to teach and assess across the Main League components, understand teaching efficiently, run structured assessments, and coach handlers effectively. The course combines practical delivery, assessment knowledge, and instructor development, finishing with formal evaluation to meet Lantra requirements.

What sets it apart is what comes after you qualify. You don’t just get a certificate and get left to it, you step into a full support system. You’ll have access to ongoing support, continued professional development, online resources, and a community of instructors, along with the ability to deliver recognised assessments under the UCS framework. This means you’re not just qualified, you’re backed by a structured pathway, consistent standards, and a recognised awarding body, which massively strengthens your credibility and what you can offer your clients.