BDS launch hybrid DSC1

[Buchan]

So the price charged is £45 less for now. That is good, right? And, as a candidate, I would spend less on travel accommodation? Which is also good? The organiser will be spending less. They may or may not pass that saving on to the learner, but BDS are a charity and you would expect any saving they make to contribute towards the organisation's goals.

All in all, a more efficient way to deliver the training.

I thought it was more? £340 for the online; £295 in person

 

[Tdes]

I thought it was more? £340 for the online; £295 in person

I got a place from the SD draw and did my DSC1 for free, but it still cost me more than £340 with Hotel and food
I also paid for the online interactive quizzes, which look like are now included in this cost.

 

[Moray Outfitting]

This is not actually something new. For as long as I can remember, it was always a choice. Come and do the revision and then sit the exam, or do your homework at home with the manual and DSC online. (which is good for giving mock tests) and then come along and just sit the assessment. J

 

[VSS]

This is not actually something new. For as long as I can remember, it was always a choice. Come and do the revision and then sit the exam, or do your homework at home with the manual and DSC online. (which is good for giving mock tests) and then come along and just sit the assessment. J

It is something new.
It's the whole DSC1 course presented in an online format, not just the quizzes and revision material.
You always had the option to learn at home. Now you have the option to be taught at home.

 

[308FNSPR]

In hindsight DSC 1 did teach me a lot. However I think groups like BASC have made a good living by saying a qualification was necessary and then providing the training which let’s face it doesn’t come cheap.

 

[Selous]

Looks like a step in the right direction to me.

 

[TTT]

I thought it was more? £340 for the online; £295 in person

You are quite right. Slightly surprised by that tbh.

 

[VSS]

You are quite right. Slightly surprised by that tbh.

I think that some of the additional learning material that people were paying for over and above the cost of the f2f course is included in (or has been incorporated into) the online version.

 

[Rake Aboot]

Sad that stalking is headed in this direction
Money would be better spent on ammo

 

[Buchan]

Sad that stalking is headed in this direction
Money would be better spent on ammo

You are right. There really is no substitute for experience gained in the field and at the range.

But if you are new and need somewhere to start, then the collective wisdom of experienced people passed on in a training programme is invaluable. To say nothing of a landowner that wants to be sure the person on their land can shoot properly and won't be a public liability.

 

[Moray Outfitting]

Been at this game for a very long time. Still do not see the difference. You can't be taught with an online set up , but you can learn. J

 

[Griff254]

Coupled with stalking outings with my mentor which provide the invaluable experience in the field, this a a great option and one I will certainly consider.

 

[finnbear270]

Perhaps Banksy could help with a “Collage”?

 

[British Shooting Services]

I have not seen the format that is being offered via the online course, but it was a good talking point at a DSC 1 / Game meat Hygiene course we ran this week. Most candidates pointed out, that having done the course "the old way", they did not think they would have learned as much on line. Face to face, candidates can ask questions about, why, where, when, what, etc. and not simply accept what is stated in the manual. plus we could make them feel at ease.

As mentioned earlier in the thread, the one day assessment without the tutorial days has been available since the inception of DSC 1, but in my experience, the highest percentage of course failures we see, comes from the "assessment only" group. There are many reasons this can happen such as, over confidence (The know it all syndrome) to simple lack of study time.

Even though there is a market for this type of learning, my personal view is that it has more to do with financial motives.

 

[VSS]

I have not seen the format that is being offered via the online course, but it was a good talking point at a DSC 1 / Game meat Hygiene course we ran this week. Most candidates pointed out, that having done the course "the old way", they did not think they would have learned as much on line. Face to face, candidates can ask questions about, why, where, when, what, etc. and not simply accept what is stated in the manual. plus we could make them feel at ease.

As mentioned earlier in the thread, the one day assessment without the tutorial days has been available since the inception of DSC 1, but in my experience, the highest percentage of course failures we see, comes from the "assessment only" group. There are many reasons this can happen such as, over confidence (The know it all syndrome) to simple lack of study time.

Even though there is a market for this type of learning, my personal view is that it has more to do with financial motives.

I think you'll find that the driver was demand, not financial motives. Lots of people have been asking for an online version.
And you do have to bear in mind that this is completely different from the old "home learning" option. It's a completely new way to do the course.
Let's reserve judgement until we get feedback from people who've done it.
I know the effort that's gone into producing it, and I think it ought to work well. Time will tell.