How do you become sniper in the British army?

James A.

Reconnaissance Platoon soldier

Thanks for your question. To be a sniper in the Army you would be looking to join one of the Infantry/Ground close combat roles. Once you have completed your training at the Infantry Training Centre in Catterick, you will arrive at your chosen battalion and work towards it. If you are lucky enough to be selected and pass the pre course requirements you will then be loaded on to a sniper course. The course lasts 9 weeks and is renowned at being one of the hardest courses in the British Army. I hope this answers your question J

Friday, August 16, 2019

Georgina Z.

Marketing Manager

Hi, this is a useful link: https://www.army.mod.uk/who-we-are/our-schools-and-colleges/specialist-weapons-school/ and a great you tube clip to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0O47pG0AEY4 and a bit of fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNKZ0rE5yUw

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

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