how does the paramedic science degree route work for cmts? Do you get to a certain rank then build a portfolio and put yourself forward? Ive heard it’s very competitive due to limited spaces and requires a return of service but im wanting paramedic in the long route so would absolutely be worth it. I will already have A-levels with the required amount of UCAS points going in.

So he's just completed phase 1 and I was wondering if he'll have an official ranking yet in phase 2 or will he have to wait until phase 3 or even after that? I'm not from a military family and don't really understand the structure of any of it. Any advice and answers are appreciated 👍

Looking to get a keela but not sure wich one I want obviously waterproof but also something reasonably warm but also heard that some are too warm to wear other than just sat in the harbour so need advice on which is best to keep warm but also wearable on patrols and such

Hi this might be an odd question, but I’m looking to rejoin after being med discharged a year ago. And to be honest I would much rather not go through my local careers office. Is it possible to phone another army careers office a bit further away and go through them? Or will they just send my application to my local office. Thanks

Do you need maths and English qualifications to get the role or is that only for higher ranks.

Before anyone asks, yes I have googled this. Yes I am planning on going to the AFCO and no I’m not expecting anyone to figure anything out for me. Just here to gain some insight from you helpful chaps.

With that said, I’m looking at apprenticeships in any branch of the military and can’t seem to find any information on how much say you have in where your based post-basic.

I’m based in Bristol SW and due to family stuff I’d like to stay in this neck of the woods at least for another few years (if possible)

For example, I’ve seen that army dock unloaders seem to be mainly based in Southampton, my question is are there any roles that have a similarly set location in Bristol or nearby?

Thanks in advance

What takes longer: the period between initial application review and the assessment at the centre, or the period from assessment centre until the start date?

I’m asking because I’m traveling and want to know how I can schedule my next few months. Do I actually need to be in the uk to submit my gp records or can it be done through a third party?

I’m currently in the initial review phase and haven’t spoken to my recruiter yet.

Thanks

Currently in application to be a CMT and I’m very keen on travel. I understand it’s reliant on which regiment you join, but Kenya has always been the place I’d love to go to with the army. Also, what other travel opportunities are there? I’d want to go away as much as possible so would be volunteering for anything. Thank you!

Hey everyone,

I’ve seen a lot of posts about appealing when dealing with past depression, anxiety or diagnosed with autism. I’ve got Familial Hypercholesterolaemia which is essentially elevated LDL cholesterol levels and requires medication for life. Mines however is well managed and I keep it in control by exercise, diet and medication.

I was very keen to go to reserves and get the close protection course under my belt however this is the third time I have been knocked back. I have seen I can appeal but is this case a straight no across the board? Has anyone else had any success going through when they have FH too? I am gutted but have accepted the fact that this might be it for me 🫡

My back is up against the wall here and I am looking for any advice, whether it’s guidance on how to go through the appeal process or to just simply say it’s not gonna happen. Appreciate the help folks

I am currently 16 I plan to apply in half a years time to the Royal Marines. I play rugby and do a bit of walking/runs and freshly starting gym work (I'm 60kg and 5,7) I've looked at many videos trying to figure out the best way to train and prepare but it's hard to understand some of it. What area would you start first on to build up to a good physical base for the Royal Marines. Thank you!

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R700 @ 200 yards, variable southerlies at 15/20mph.

Currently joining as an artillery surveillance observer and was just wondering what routes are open I'm currently hoping to go on to the 29 commandos in a fire support team, just wanted some more information on which paths are available. Cheers

Any guardsman old or current explain the sort of day to day life of being in the guards and how often do you go on exercise or operation compared to regular infantry regiments. Do some regiments in the guards go on exercise more. I’m 15 and aiming to go to harrogate in September and am a bit indecisive about regiments and can’t talk to recruiters due to my location. Thanks

I got diagnosed as a type one when I was 13 and it ruined my life plan completely. I wanted to be a royal marine for as long as I could remember but those dreams were shattered. Now I’m 25 with no job, depressed, studying a useless degree in something I don’t even like, no exceptional life skills or experience and absolutely no excitement or enjoyment whatsoever in anything I’ve tried to do. My life is now miserable and I can’t help but feel it would of been better if I never got this illness and could of done what I wanted to do

I was in army cadets. It was the only time I felt like I belonged anywhere. That’s all I ever got to experience being in the military and it’s still the only thing I have any realistic interest in and want to be a part of. It made me feel alive and important and like I was part of something bigger and better and could also make myself better.

Is there any military position at all within the UK armed forces that will accept a type one diabetic? I know it’s unlikely but it’s all I have left now.

Thank you in advance for any advice or help.

I (35M) am looking to apply for the Army Reserve. I'm going to request my full medical records from GP before I do as looking at the website, I think I would be declared unfit and it might not be worth investing the time in my application. The below are all on my medical records from GP visita etc. What do you think?

Episode of work and family related stress 4 years ago resulting in being signed off for 4 weeks from work (too much going on at a high pressure job, my kid starting stressful clinical trial)

1 year ago I had a small lump checked out in my hamstring, tests shown it was only a lipoma

About 7-8 years ago I had multiple instances of bad nerve pain in my back/buttocks and had to go through some physiotherapy to deal with pinched nerve/sciatica. Now well managed and fine, no more back pain

I'm not full blown coeliac but I avoid wheat where possible as it makes me feel a bit bloated and lethargic. If I did eat a pizza or whatever, no medical issues, I just don't like eating foods that make me not feel my best

As above, seems that Europe is planning for war (examples from a Guardian article). Do you think that we will be at war in some European or wider conflict within the next 5 years? Something to genuinely worry about or not?

i really want to go to afc harrogate but my family are concerned that i will stay in the army for the rest of my life and its a long term commitment, i just needed other peoples insight into this first before i make any big decisions

Ex RM regular, looking to join the reserves. If I join RMR, will there be an opportunity to go on ops and excercises abroad? If so, what have members of the RMR been on recently and what op/ex can I expect to deploy on in the future if I join? It appears that there is great opportunity to deploy on ex/ops in the Army Reserves, there is evidence of these opportunities occurring annually for some army reserve units online, but I can't find any information on where the RMR have deployed in recent years other than a single Cyprus ex. Can anyone advise?

If you’ve been in the Scot’s or worked with them what’s your opinion on them?

I'll admit I don't fully understand conscription but based off what I think I know about it, personally, I would not go if I was called up if I had to go to another country to fight, I would defend this country here though if someone turned up.

If someone knocks on and I say no, do I still get forced to go? or do you go to prison?

Also, my understanding is if the enemy is here then its not usually a good thing at all because it could mean we are going to lose if they've managed to get here and going there is to avoid that.

Thanks for your services. Thanks to all those going into the military.

For those who know, is the whole process of becoming a UKSF reserve (21/23) as a civilian, so from basic training (if no prior military exp) to selection all phases then continuation.

Are all these phases evaluated including continuation? As in do you have to like pass continuation?

Also is there a way to combine basic training + selection in one or do you have to do basic training for military then be eligible for sas selection?

I’ve applied as a general soldier and know that during basic you have less time to yourself. I plan to just schedule my prayers in my own time, on lunch, after work, etc. I’m just wondering about Friday because it’s a congregational prayer with awkward timing (early afternoon) and can take longer.

Just smashed my selection event and booked in for the 23/02/25 intake into catterick looking for any advice or tips regarding fitness and general things I should be aware of during phase 1.

I'm 20yo 5'10, 84kg on an empty stomach, strong legs but im lacking a bit in upper body strength, is it a good idea to focus more on upper body or to continue prioritising lower body and cardio?

Any input is greatly appreciated, thanks in advance

I mean on top of what comes out of taxes, and separately from donations supporting the livelihoods of members of the armed forces, museums, etc., which are also of course important. I know the US military has avenues for this (they even have a programme for private citizens to donate guns to the military)

Hi all,, not sure how many people who can help will see this but i hipe at least 1.

I have my AOSB on the 2nd and im feeling well prepared, but im just a little confused on what to talk about for the 2 minute intro. I have the obvious like where im from, family, hobbies, education etc.. But i just dont feel like this will drag out for 2 minutes unless I somehow force it to. Is there anything else i should talk about? Currently i have a lot about why i want to join, and it frankly makes up the bulk of my intro, but im not even sure if thats something youre meant to talk about. I just want to make sure that im aware what to talk about so i dont go and make myself look a dick.

Any advice would be amazing, and i hope to get some :)

Hi, what's best to practice? App? Etc

Okay so I’m currently a reservist. I’ve finished my foundation soldier training and passed AOSB so I’m an OCdt at the moment but was previously Tpr. The officers at my unit wear two of the same rank slides on each shoulder but the NCOs wear their rank slide on the right shoulder and then an empty Tpr rank slide on the left shoulder with no insignia.

Just wondering out of curiosity if there’s an actual way they’re meant to be worn?

i recently applied for the british army , my assesment takes place in febuary and i am 15, my parents want me to wait till i am 18 to apply for the british army so i can get ucas points. and become an officer. can i become an officer if i do infantry at harrogate or do i need to go to a 6 form college and get 72 ucas points