Army Careers and Presentation

09/02/2011

On Wednesday 9th February two people from the British Army came to speak to us along with someone from the Chesterfield Army Careers Office. We were given a short presentation about life in the Army and the roles and responsibilities they have.

We were told about the entry tests into the Army and about phase one and phase two training. Phase one training consists of 14 weeks where you are trained to become a soldier and phase two is where each person trains in their specialist area from combat medic to an engineer.

The presentation was very informative and gave a good insight into the Army and how they live. Once the presentation was finished, we had the chance to ask any questions about the Army and what they do etc. Not many students were interested in the Army, however, it is a possible option for those wanting to pursue a career in the Armed Forces. We was also told about the Army bursary that we could apply for at the Careers Office and that it is like a "fast track" into the Army because signing for the bursary means you are committed as you get £1000 per year in education and a further £1000 on completion of basic training.

For more information about careers and life in the Army, go to http://www.army.mod.uk/