Can a CMT specialise in weaponry and other combat related methods?
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Date asked: Friday, September 10, 2021
Last reviewed: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Tori C.
Regimental Medical Officer
Hello,
This depends what you mean by specialise?
CMTs are non-combatants, so while they can use weapons, this is only in self defence or in the defence of a patient in their care.
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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