Careers in the Armed Forces (UK)

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About Course

The British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force offer hundreds of roles, from engineering and logistics to healthcare, cyber and frontline combat. This course explains the main differences between joining as a soldier, rating or aviator and as an officer, age and entry requirements, the selection process, reserve and cadet options, and life after service.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course is general careers information drawing on National Careers Service job profiles. It is not produced or endorsed by the Ministry of Defence or the armed forces. Age limits and requirements change – always check the official recruitment websites.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the range of roles in the Army, Navy and RAF Compare entry as a soldier, rating or aviator with officer entry Know age limits, requirements and selection stages Explore reserves, cadets and resettlement support

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What the armed forces do
  • Joining as a soldier, rating or aviator
  • Joining as an officer
  • Reserves, cadets and life after service

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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