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GCCF judge and steward training documents evolve over time, as does the training itself. You will always find the up-to-date documents on this page.

Judge Training Documents

It is important that you read and understand the following two documents.

Below are all the forms needed to apply and work through the new judge training programme to become a GCCF judge.

Application Forms

If you have any difficulty downloading or opening these forms, please contact your JPG Secretary who will be happy to help.

• Judges Fees
• Code of Conduct for GCCF Judges
• A – JPG Payment Form
• 1 – Student Judge Application
• 2 – Speciality (Single) Breed Judge (Provisional) Application
• 3 – Junior Judge Application
• 4 – Promotion to Full Judge Application

If you are a judge from another organisation, or a GCCF Judge who wishes to apply for reinstatement, please contact your chosen JPG.

Training Forms

It is a candidate’s responsibility to ensure your tutor judge has all forms necessary for your training. Some tutor judges prefer a form on the day; others are happy to receive it by email before the show. Any difficulty downloading or opening these forms — please contact your JPG Secretary.

• 5 – Tutorial Forms
• 6 – Presentation Forms
• 7 – Final Assessment – Full Judge
• 8 – Veterinary Assessment
• 9 – Seminar Attendance Notification

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Steward Training Documents

It is important that you read and understand the following two documents.

You can also download the up-to-date GCCF Byelaws and Rules here.

Download the Certificates and Forms You Need

These are the certificates and forms you will need to complete your training. Any difficulty downloading or opening them — please contact your JPG Secretary who will be happy to help.

• Stewarding Certificate
• Table Work Certificate
• Evidence of Veterinary Tuition
• Promotion Application Form

Complete Your Steward Training

Now you have joined the stewarding scheme it is time to get started with the training. There are no time restrictions, so you can train at your own pace — a determined steward could complete the training in 8–9 weeks.

• Undertake six stewarding engagements at GCCF licensed shows across different sections.
• Complete two table work certificates at All Breed Championship Shows. (If you are a Section Manager or Show Manager, the table work requirement may be waived.)
• Steward for a Veterinary Surgeon at a GCCF show for at least half a day, or until discharged by the vet. (If continuing to Student Judge training, you may replace this with the more detailed Veterinary Assessment.)

Keep careful records of your progress and submit certificates after each engagement — send your signed certificates to the Guild within 28 days, and keep your own copies. Your stewarding, veterinary and table work forms must all be submitted within 28 days of the show.

Apply to be Promoted to a GCCF Steward (Fully Qualified)

Once you have completed your training and sent in your promotion application form, the Guild will review your certificates. Once reviewed, your promotion to GCCF Steward (Fully Qualified) is automatic — you will receive your GCCF Stewarding Badge and be listed as a GCCF Steward (Fully Qualified).