OCQ(V) - UX (Ungulate Exports)

The OCQ(V) - UX (Ungulate Exports) covers the export of ungulates, including Equidae. This includes the movement of animals under the Balai Directive.

Is this the right course for you? For the export of Equidae only (i.e. not including other ungulates), please see the OCQ(V) - EQ (Equine Exports).

Looking for the OCQ(V) - UXr (Ungulate Exports revalidation) course? Click here

Exports permitted with OCQ(V) - UX

Overview of training for OCQ(V) - UX

The training for the OCQ(V) - UX is all provided online. Topics covered include:

• Procedures and requirements for the export of ungulates, with particular reference to variation of procedural and documentary requirements related to country of destination, transit countries and species
• Legal, professional and APHA requirements and procedures relevant to the OV undertaking export certification for ungulates, including detailed consideration of species-specific requirements
• The legal and professional responsibilities of OVs relating to safeguarding the welfare of ungulates presented for export
• The development of skills required for the resolution of queries/problems relevant to the export of ungulates
• Familiarisation with the Defra, APHA, RCVS and other websites providing information to refresh knowledge

Please note: before applying for the OCQ(V) - UX course, you are required to hold the OCQ(V) - ES and OCQ(V) - EX qualifications, as these are both prerequisite courses for the OCQ(V) - UX.

Revalidation of OCQ(V) - UX

You are required to undergo revalidation for OCQ(V) - UX every 4 years.

To view the requirements for the OCQ(V) - UXr (Ungulate Exports revalidation) course, click here.