BAS-Approved
Alpaca Training
Official British Alpaca Society certification
for aspiring and new alpaca owners
Alpaca Ownership Requires Specialist Knowledge
Owning alpacas is hugely rewarding, but like any livestock they require knowledgeable care and good husbandry. For new owners especially, the range of health, handling and management responsibilities can feel overwhelming.
Our specialist training courses provide the practical skills and confidence needed to care for alpacas properly. You’ll learn about safe handling, nutrition, health checks and daily management – all essential for animal welfare, successful breeding and quality fleece. With the right knowledge, alpaca ownership becomes far more enjoyable and rewarding.
Why Proper
Training Matters
Proper training is essential for responsible alpaca ownership. While good breeders provide guidance, a short handover isn’t enough to cover handling, health and daily care. Hands-on training builds confidence, helps prevent stress or behavioural issues, and supports better welfare. It also helps owners make informed breeding decisions. BAS certification shows a commitment to responsible, knowledgeable alpaca care.
BAS-Approved One-Day
Certification Course
BAS-Approved One-Day Certification Course
An ideal way to prepare yourself for owning your own alpacas is to attend our official British Alpaca Society training. The BAS recommends that, to be done properly, the one-day course should cover Modules 1 – 3. This training can only be delivered by BAS Affiliate Trainers and is a mix of theory and hands-on practice with animals from our herd.
At Brillbury, in our comfortable, dedicated alpaca training room, you can learn from our championship breeding experience and an official Certificate of Completion is provided at the end of the course. We are always happy to answer questions from our course attendees after they return home.
What the Course Covers
Module 1
Management
Learn about feeding and water requirements, pasture and fencing, shelter and field layout, nutrition, feed types, shearing, herd health planning, and essential daily management routines.
Module 2
Understand key healthcare routines including vaccinations, worming, mineral supplements and vitamins. Learn how to inject safely, recognise common ailments, and know when veterinary support is needed.
Module 3
Handling
the Alpacas
Course Details
Course Overview
Group Size
What's Included
Requirements
What to Bring
Pricing
£95 per person inc. VAT
What You'll Get
Hands-On Learning
Work directly with some of our alpaca herd during the day
BAS Affiliate Trainers
Learn from officially accredited trainers with championship breeding experience
Official Certification
British Alpaca Society Completion Certificate upon finishing Modules 1-3
Ongoing Support
Post-course access to trainers for follow-up questions as you start your alpaca journey
BAS Accreditation HighlightWhy BAS-Approved
Training Matters
BAS-approved training ensures guidance from qualified, experienced alpaca professionals. Delivered by certified trainers following the British Alpaca Society programme, it provides trusted, structured knowledge to help new owners start confidently.
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