WE ARE THE BACKBONE OF BASIC NURSING CARE
"THE ARMY HAS HELPED ME GAIN A QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS THAT ARE TRANSFERABLE"
Training For The Role
Step 1
You'll start with your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier - this will cover everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. Your initial training will be at either Pirbright or Winchester and last for 14 weeks.
Step 2
Healthcare Assistants training takes places at Defence Medical Services (DMS) Whittington in Lichfield. The course is comprised of a variety of both academic and practical elements. you will be studying towards your Apprenticeship Level 3 in Clinical Healthcare Support.
Entry Requirements
Age:
17 years 6 months - 35 years 6 months
Qualifications: GCSE Grade C/4 and above in both Maths and English Language
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 46kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 2.9m
- 2km run 11m 15s (11m 30s for Junior Entry)
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
Healthcare Assistants will get Continued Professional Development (CPD) every year and get certificates in CPR. This will also provide a solid foundation for those who wish to progress and become a Registered Nurse.
Rank Progression
Learn about rank progression here.
Pay and Benefits
“I was originally in the Royal Logistic Corps, but I always had an interest in nursing care, so I took the opportunity to transfer and passed the selection process. The Army has helped me gain a qualification and skills that are transferable into the NHS.”
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
Training For The Role
Step 1
You will complete your initial training over 4 weekends at your Unit or a central location found across the UK. If it suits you better, you can condense this into a 1 week training course.
Step 2
You will then attend a 2 week long training course at an Army Training Centre, these are located across the UK.
Step 3
Once your basic soldiering training is complete, you will move on to do trade specific training with your Unit.
Entry Requirements
Age:
17 years 9 months - 49 years 6 months
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 46kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 2.9m
- 2km run 11m 15s (11m 30s for Junior Entry)
Qualifications:
GCSE Grade C/4 and above in both Maths and English Language
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
On successful entry into the Army Medical Services Reserve you will be eligible to apply for funding for Professional Qualifications to help you in your role with the Army Medical Services.
Pay and Benefits
You’ll get paid a day rate according to your rank, starting from £37.47 in training and rising to £46.42 per day once you’re a Private. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you’re entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
