Invertebrate Identification for Biotic Assessment Accreditation (includes examination): 4th - 6th November 2026

This 3-day course covers the identification of the freshwater macroinvertebrate families used for biotic assessment (BMWP, WHPT, LIFE and PSI). It is aimed at professionals with experience of identification, who wish to consolidate their knowledge. At the end of the course, participants will be examined on their identification skills and, if the required standard is attained, a certificate of achievement in family- level invertebrate identification will be awarded.

This course is part of a series of FBA accredited invertebrate identification courses; future courses will allow participants to demonstrate their skills in taking individual groups of invertebrates to species level. John Davy-Bowker is a knowledgeable freshwater biologist with considerable research and teaching experience.

Date: 4th - 6th November, 2026

Location: Field Studies Council Laboratory, Castle Head, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

Tutor: John Davy-Bowker

Prices: £688 for non-members and £625 for FBA members

Please click on the following link to download and complete the booking form then email to info@fba.org.uk: FBA Courses Booking Form.docx

Please note that all bookings will require payment via the website in order to be secured.