Hi, My son has recently passed assessment, so some advice from that experience. 1. Get your ears checked BEFORE you go. A couple of lads were told they needed to get their ears syringed and a letter signed by their GP before they would get a start date. 2,.Get all you medical history checked out with your GP for any missing notes My son was born in Spain and we have had to get a Spanish solicitor to do the forms to get his history there. Still waiting! But luckily I had kept copies of a lot of medical letters and notes which were acceptable. He is however waiting on a missing page of notes from when he had his tonsils out nearly twenty years ago in the UK! The army is paying a lot of money to train you, so they really want a full medical history. We have begun to watch most of your videos and the information is invaluable.
Thanks this is very helpful even tho I'm joining the Irish army. Im so glad both our nations are currently serving together in places like Mali and training together. Much respect.
rewatching this video, after passing my medical appeal , got my ears sorted, had 10+years of hard wax built up in my left ear so glad that's gone lol. now i got my army briefing and interview next week , so watching this video helps allot also got to do a cognitive test before the briefing or interview.
This video is so helpful I have my selection on Monday I'm very confident about it and doing so much research to ensure I'm ready thankyou for this video
This would have been helpful back in 2002 when I did pre-RCB then RCB. Back then though we just figured it out. If I’d had this though I would have used it for sure. From my initial interview to walking through Old College gates took me almost exactly 6 months. Started Jan 6th 2003. Commissioned Dec 2003…think it was Dec 13th.
Got denied 3 times wasted 6 years trying. First was on me I was 2kg over my height:weight limit and was never taught how to lose it but still passed the aptitude and physical tests. Second I was told they'd filled their quota for the year but knowing this still let me go through all the testing and interviews... Last exit interview I was told that because I didn't wear a suit jacket on the hottest day of the year I wasn't being considered despite acing my aptitude and physical tests. Only one of my family in 1500 years that couldn't get in to the armed forces and the regret has haunted me to this day. Went on to be an MoD building contractor because I love being on base and interacting with our forces personnel but still would've loved the opportunity, I spent 5 years in cadets and thrived in that environment.
@@MilitaryFitness it is what it is just wasn't meant to be I guess and later learned there was some issues with the recruiters stationed at both offices I applied at. I'll just be reminding them of this if a draft ever comes because I had my heart set on and motivation to apply for the regiment one day. Still proud that I get to improve the living conditions for our men and women nation wide now.
Hi bud. Thanks for the vid. Very helpful. Just starting to prepare myself for the assessment. I’m just not to sure how to dress for the interview. Is like trousers, shirt and tie smart enough or would you recommend a full suit? Thank you mate.
Hiya, I have an officer phone interview on the third of next month. Im wondering if you could attach some advice on freq asked things? I understand this is captured in the video but not sure if it has differed since its upload? Thanks a lot!!
Hello ! Great video, I’ve got my assessment in March, hopefully I’ll get in for Military Intelligence. I was wondering if you could do a video for things that might pop up in the interview for intelligence? Or have you got some tips for me ?! I’m nervous 😂
I did all my research, and the interview wasn't assessed; 3 years after this video to be fair. It was treat as more of a review and whether I had any queries.
Good morning/afternoon or evening. I would like to say that this video has helped me to understand what a process it takes to complete. I have already planned out a career for myself, and I am only 13 years old. I have been wondering, if I joined the British army, would a degree such as Chemical Engineering or anything identical to this be any use? I do sometimes worry if this is a correct choice that I am making. Should I talk to my career advisor about this and discuss further planning towards the Army? Would you Military Fitness have any advice for me that I may be one step closer to achieving my goal? If so, that would be great to know. If not, thats fine. I do understand that I have a while to decide whether this will be my final career that I wish I want to do. I have also signed up to Army cadets if that is any better. I personally enjoy spending time with others and work as a team when it comes to drill and much more. I hope to hearing a response from you.
Joined Army 1980. Walked in to careers centre. She asked Why you here. Replied want to join up. Royal Anglian Regiment if possible. Forms filled out tests passed then weekend at Harrogate Fully understand the new procedures but just wonder if this puts off some young ones. Just a thought.
@@MilitaryFitness sad really. Some great people out there being put off. I’ve been involved with Army Engagement Team in my role as SSAFA Divisional Manager and the members of public invited said exactly same thing.
I'm 28 years young and applying to the british army in March or April this year, and really excited to do so. Can someone tell me if the british army still put individuals through a driving test if one doesnt currently have one ? Any info is greatly appreciated.
@@curt6926 I got 96 in my cog test and 53/55 in my TST, had to go get a heart scan done a week later before I could do my fitness tests so I’ve got my fitness tests this Wednesday (2 days) but they shouldn’t be a problem🤟🏼
Interesting, so there is an interview like a standard job? I always assumed... At least in the states... That all u needed was willingness and some basic requirements like 85 IQ and basic physical standards.
Hello, I’m heading to the assessment centre soon but am slightly worried about English and maths tests as well as the cognitive test, I have a science degree but am heavily dyslexic so failed my gcse maths and English and am not great at tests. Should I worry?
I have my Assessment Centre in 9 days however with the researching part that this video covers is completely different from what I have been told as I've been told to just know my Phase 1 and 2s and the Armys Values and Standard and also just focus on doing as much exercise as possible.
It’s not new. Maybe some assessment centres are really clamping down on the amount of time spent there due to Corona virus that they have canned the interview for a month or two
Question would they send the cognitive test the real examination for you to do at home or you would go at the assessment center to you the cognitive test?
@@MilitaryFitness I did selection in 2012 there was no pandemic? It really makes all new recruits worried stuff like this when at the end of the day it's not as hard as it seems and the interview isn't an interview it's more just to let you know how well you have done
@@MilitaryFitness Thank you very much because I need a lot of information about it so know what to do, when to join and how long it will take for the application.
That will be on the joining instructions that you receive before going. Due to Corona virus the interview is shorter abs they are only really asking the main questions in the interview, but usually it’s short and tie
@@MilitaryFitness I have my assessment in 2 days and my instructions didn’t mention any dress code for the interview, when I asked my recruiter on the phone he told me smart casual like a polo shirt
I have a question Sam? As I am an American free and independent and totally dissolved of British rule I often ask myself, since you are an agent of Great Britain since your a British soldier, do you hate America since America declared independence from Great Britain and killed thousands of British troops when the British soldiers were just doing what they were told?
1. Do you hate being shouted at and told what to do and when to achieve the operational effectiveness of the unit .... yes (uv passed question 1) 2. Do you hate runing in the rain and being thrashed on PT in order to get fitter and build mental and physical resilience? ... Yes ( you have now passed question 2) Finally 3 will you greet and Mon if you get made to Leppard craw bak to ur personal weapon system because u left it at ur arce ... then accuse the DS of bullying ?? ... Yes grate Your hired welcome to the Army . If you answer No to any of the above. Then good luck with you mc donalds application you have failed ur army interview 😂
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0.15 Do your research
2.58 Prepare answers
3.45 Play to your strengths
4.18 Learn values and standards
5.22 Don't get anxious
Way to go, ruining my video😂😂😂
The last point seems the hardest
@@Mozzie7920 Yeah it's not something we can control really🤣. Just gotta make it till we make it I guess.
@@MilitaryFitnesstimestamps don’t ruin anything mate. Only make things better. Although these stamps are clickable which isn’t very useful.
Wish the internet and this had existed in 1981 when I did mine LOL
Hahahaha I bet you do
Hi,
My son has recently passed assessment, so some advice from that experience.
1. Get your ears checked BEFORE you go. A couple of lads were told they needed to get their ears syringed and a letter signed by their GP before they would get a start date.
2,.Get all you medical history checked out with your GP for any missing notes My son was born in Spain and we have had to get a Spanish solicitor to do the forms to get his history there. Still waiting! But luckily I had kept copies of a lot of medical letters and notes which were acceptable. He is however waiting on a missing page of notes from when he had his tonsils out nearly twenty years ago in the UK! The army is paying a lot of money to train you, so they really want a full medical history.
We have begun to watch most of your videos and the information is invaluable.
Thanks for adding the advice on here. I wish your son all the best
Thanks this is very helpful even tho I'm joining the Irish army. Im so glad both our nations are currently serving together in places like Mali and training together. Much respect.
Thanks buddy, good luck for the future
Republican army
rewatching this video, after passing my medical appeal , got my ears sorted, had 10+years of hard wax built up in my left ear so glad that's gone lol. now i got my army briefing and interview next week , so watching this video helps allot also got to do a cognitive test before the briefing or interview.
That’s great news, best of luck
@@MilitaryFitness thanks allot your channel has really helped
Let em know Sam, great info from the man who’s lived it !
Hahaha you got it buddy 😎😎💪🏻💪🏻
Joined 1990 and never had to know about the army to join it was more the why and if you would be a good fit. Got in so all good
Thanks for the comment. Getting in is the most important thing for sure.
Very helpful video. My first interview will be in June. Wish me luck!
Good luck buddy, I am sure you will smash it 💪🏻💪🏻
Currently on my way to assessment centre been going over and over this video thank you !
No problem at all buddy, I really do hope it helps. Let me know how you get on and good luck.
@@MilitaryFitness went well and was accepted thank you!
@@jaybacon6238 that’s superb news mate, hopefully I will see you around sometime
Man this really helped thank you
No probs buddy
This video is so helpful I have my selection on Monday I'm very confident about it and doing so much research to ensure I'm ready thankyou for this video
Thanks for the comment. I wish you all the best for Monday
@@MilitaryFitness Thankyou so much
Great vid mate keep up the work 👍
Thanks very much, that means a lot 👍🏻👍🏻
Awesome advice given very clearly
Thank you very much.
This would have been helpful back in 2002 when I did pre-RCB then RCB. Back then though we just figured it out. If I’d had this though I would have used it for sure. From my initial interview to walking through Old College gates took me almost exactly 6 months. Started Jan 6th 2003. Commissioned Dec 2003…think it was Dec 13th.
Thanks for the kind words 🫡
@@MilitaryFitness very helpful resource you’re providing mate. God bless you.
Got denied 3 times wasted 6 years trying.
First was on me I was 2kg over my height:weight limit and was never taught how to lose it but still passed the aptitude and physical tests.
Second I was told they'd filled their quota for the year but knowing this still let me go through all the testing and interviews...
Last exit interview I was told that because I didn't wear a suit jacket on the hottest day of the year I wasn't being considered despite acing my aptitude and physical tests.
Only one of my family in 1500 years that couldn't get in to the armed forces and the regret has haunted me to this day.
Went on to be an MoD building contractor because I love being on base and interacting with our forces personnel but still would've loved the opportunity, I spent 5 years in cadets and thrived in that environment.
I am sorry to hear that mate
@@MilitaryFitness it is what it is just wasn't meant to be I guess and later learned there was some issues with the recruiters stationed at both offices I applied at.
I'll just be reminding them of this if a draft ever comes because I had my heart set on and motivation to apply for the regiment one day.
Still proud that I get to improve the living conditions for our men and women nation wide now.
you can try as a reserve
Hi bud. Thanks for the vid. Very helpful. Just starting to prepare myself for the assessment. I’m just not to sure how to dress for the interview. Is like trousers, shirt and tie smart enough or would you recommend a full suit? Thank you mate.
Trousers shirt and tie is perfectly fine mate.
Really helpful, thank you!
No probs buddy
lots of love from nepal❣️
Thanks buddy, I work with a lot of Nepalese on camp. You guys are hard working man💪🏻💪🏻
@@MilitaryFitness thank you sir to for reply my comment . sir may i have your facebook link🤗❣️
My fb is inactive sorry buddy.
2024 update:
Interviewer: feels pulse.
Interviewee: 😳
Interviewer: congratulations you’re in.
😂😂😂😂😂
wow...interview for military...interesting...
I know, intense
This has helped me so much but just struggling on the cognitive test.
Just keep at it and it will all fall into place. Nothing is easy at first, but it will come 👍🏻👍🏻
@@MilitaryFitness Thank you for your time and effort it’s very appreciated.
What's cognitive test??
@@sonnyblack9220 the cognitive test are questions to test your memory and maths skills.
@@MilitaryFitness thanks ima fail that so hard😎 what sort of maths is on there?
Hiya, I have an officer phone interview on the third of next month. Im wondering if you could attach some advice on freq asked things? I understand this is captured in the video but not sure if it has differed since its upload? Thanks a lot!!
It will be very straight forward. Some of them are pretty short
Hello ! Great video, I’ve got my assessment in March, hopefully I’ll get in for Military Intelligence. I was wondering if you could do a video for things that might pop up in the interview for intelligence? Or have you got some tips for me ?! I’m nervous 😂
Hi Sophia, I have worked with the Int Corps closely for a lot of my career. I will give my friends a call tmrw and get back to you ASAP.
@@MilitaryFitness that’s amazing ! Thank you so much !
@@sophiadixon2865 no probs
I haven’t forgotten about you, I am still just waiting on a reply from my friend on the recruiting team 👍🏻
@@MilitaryFitness brilliant thank you !
I did all my research, and the interview wasn't assessed; 3 years after this video to be fair. It was treat as more of a review and whether I had any queries.
That’s good news though
Good morning/afternoon or evening. I would like to say that this video has helped me to understand what a process it takes to complete. I have already planned out a career for myself, and I am only 13 years old. I have been wondering, if I joined the British army, would a degree such as Chemical Engineering or anything identical to this be any use? I do sometimes worry if this is a correct choice that I am making. Should I talk to my career advisor about this and discuss further planning towards the Army? Would you Military Fitness have any advice for me that I may be one step closer to achieving my goal? If so, that would be great to know. If not, thats fine. I do understand that I have a while to decide whether this will be my final career that I wish I want to do. I have also signed up to Army cadets if that is any better. I personally enjoy spending time with others and work as a team when it comes to drill and much more. I hope to hearing a response from you.
I would continue to work hard and get a degree in whatever interests you. That would be my advice
Iam been learning u video right now
That’s great to hear 👍🏻👍🏻
@@MilitaryFitness can give tips for my assessment what should do
@@laiseniarokotuwai7112 be confident and polite. Answer questions honestly.
Hi mate, I’ve got my interview on Friday on FaceTime. Any ideas on what to wear?
Wear a shirt and tie, like you would to any interview. Looking smart and professional will go a long way buddy.
Joined Army 1980. Walked in to careers centre. She asked Why you here. Replied want to join up. Royal Anglian Regiment if possible. Forms filled out tests passed then weekend at Harrogate
Fully understand the new procedures but just wonder if this puts off some young ones. Just a thought.
It is getting far more complicated
@@MilitaryFitness sad really. Some great people out there being put off. I’ve been involved with Army Engagement Team in my role as SSAFA Divisional Manager and the members of public invited said exactly same thing.
@@garthcox534 I also think though that we were harder workers back in the day and didn’t really mind a bit of graft to achieve a goal.
@@MilitaryFitness that is so true. Have the scars to prove it. Hell of a ride back then. Do it all again
@@garthcox534 🫡
I'm 28 years young and applying to the british army in March or April this year, and really excited to do so. Can someone tell me if the british army still put individuals through a driving test if one doesnt currently have one ? Any info is greatly appreciated.
If you join the Royal Signals and don’t have a driving licence they will put you through it before you go to a working unit.
@@MilitaryFitness So your saying that apart from Signals, those who joined other units, will not be taught how to drive?
@@thelastcelebritymfr4621 unfortunately mate I can’t comment on other cap badges sorry.
Did you apply?
just passed the interview, wayyyyyy easier than a job interview at mcdonald's lol
Nice work
@@MilitaryFitness thanks man
@@MilitaryFitness was all thanks to your advice 🙌🏻
Thank you so much sir
No problem. 👍🏻👍🏻
As we have to select 3 job roles
Do I need to research all 3 roles extensively, as I have for my first choice? Or will they mostly ask about my first?
They will ask about your first choice if you pass all the criteria for it
Got my assessment centre on Thursday
Good luck buddy, I hope everything goes well for you👍🏻👍🏻
@@MilitaryFitness thank you mate👌🏼
How did it go mate
@@curt6926 I got 96 in my cog test and 53/55 in my TST, had to go get a heart scan done a week later before I could do my fitness tests so I’ve got my fitness tests this Wednesday (2 days) but they shouldn’t be a problem🤟🏼
@@joshmannis8857 good luck mate what role/reg you going for
I'm worried about my interview on the 21st of November i hope I pass it's my dream to get into the Army.
Be positive and confident and you will be fine
@MilitaryFitness Thanks for your support do you have any tips for my interview?
Do u need to turn up to the assessment centre in smart clothing or only need it for the interview on final day
It will tell you on the joining instructions exactly what to wear buddy
Is smart casual okay for the interview? I don’t have good history finding suits that fit me correctly due to my height and build 😩😂
That’s fine
Interesting, so there is an interview like a standard job? I always assumed... At least in the states... That all u needed was willingness and some basic requirements like 85 IQ and basic physical standards.
Yeah, they pretty much check that you’re not doing it to get away from the law etc and that you really want to be a soldier.
@@MilitaryFitness I c I c. I didn't know! Thanks for broadening my knowledge of the world!
@@jalopee 😂😂😂 you are very welcome 👍🏻👍🏻
Hello, I’m heading to the assessment centre soon but am slightly worried about English and maths tests as well as the cognitive test, I have a science degree but am heavily dyslexic so failed my gcse maths and English and am not great at tests. Should I worry?
It is difficult not to worry but please try not to. Do your best on the tests and see what job they offer you and you can make a decision from there.
@@MilitaryFitness thank you, could you please explain what “pass with referral” means? Thank you
Sending link to grandsons.
Cheers oggie, hopefully it will help them a little bit 😎😎
I have my Assessment Centre in 9 days however with the researching part that this video covers is completely different from what I have been told as I've been told to just know my Phase 1 and 2s and the Armys Values and Standard and also just focus on doing as much exercise as possible.
During covid they have changed it a bit. It’s always good to have some answers in the back pocket though
Interesting, can we get part-2 ??
What would you like to see in part two buddy?
@@MilitaryFitness it would be great help if we could get tips videos for board interview :)
@@chunma777 I will look into it mate
Do you go to SDC immediately after passing the assessment.
It may take a bit of time
@@MilitaryFitness thanx alot sir.having assessment on 4th sep.but al av to go to SDC bcoz of the SCT.
is this new? because i didn't even get an interview asking all of that, just when are you ready to start.
It’s not new. Maybe some assessment centres are really clamping down on the amount of time spent there due to Corona virus that they have canned the interview for a month or two
Assessment tomorrow 😬
Good luck mate
do you know the best website for the rifles
Your best bet is to go through the army website mate
Question would they send the cognitive test the real examination for you to do at home or you would go at the assessment center to you the cognitive test?
Hi, you could do it at the assessment centre, armed forces career office or online. It is all pretty straight forward though.
@@MilitaryFitness thanks
@@MilitaryFitness do you hv a choice to where you want to do it ?
Its is hard am nervous
How much its mark out of ?
Am going for my interview on tues I applied for the nursing crops any tips ?
@@kesijackson8919 I thinks it’s out of about 40. You will get told where you are doing it.
Do you know what the online interviews will be like (due to covid)
I would imagine they will be very similar buddy.
Mine were about myself and if I had basic IT skills
The interview is just them telling you how well you got on a selection????? And how long it will take to start basic training
They have had to speed things up since the pandemic
@@MilitaryFitness I did selection in 2012 there was no pandemic? It really makes all new recruits worried stuff like this when at the end of the day it's not as hard as it seems and the interview isn't an interview it's more just to let you know how well you have done
@@Cadgy_gaming did you commission?
Do you have any advice on learning the tacos
Hi buddy, I am not sure what you mean by learning the tacos
@@MilitaryFitness terms and conditions of service 🙂
@@lewiec9662 I will get you the full breakdown later buddy.
Do you any me to email you the full document?
@@MilitaryFitness if you don’t mind thank you
Do you have to have a British Nationality if you want to go to Harrogate Army College?
Not necessarily, you will have to check other your recruiter mate
@@MilitaryFitness Can you please make a video about how to join and the procedure of the application? (when to join, what do you need...)
@@mystory9920 yes mate, I will look into it 👍🏻👍🏻
@@MilitaryFitness Thank you very much because I need a lot of information about it so know what to do, when to join and how long it will take for the application.
what type of clothes do you have to wear to the interview
That will be on the joining instructions that you receive before going. Due to Corona virus the interview is shorter abs they are only really asking the main questions in the interview, but usually it’s short and tie
Military Fitness thanks I’ll look at it now
What did it say buddy?
@@MilitaryFitness I have my assessment in 2 days and my instructions didn’t mention any dress code for the interview, when I asked my recruiter on the phone he told me smart casual like a polo shirt
@@mjd3018 that will be fine buddy or a shirt.
2002 8 23...how many time I'm able to face British army✨
I think you can have at least 3 goes buddy👍🏻
🙌
What if you have bad memory for the cognitive test and interview?
You’ll be fine. You can train that type of stuff with apps
Do you have you a British national to join the army?
No, we have loads of different nationalities, Fijians, Nepalis, South Africans. Most nationalities that are friendly to the uk can join.
2024 im from commonwealth.and im not good for english , on interview am i drob,
I want to join the British army how do I apply, from ghana
Hey buddy, go on the British army website and everything you need to know is on there👍🏻
When will the British Army's application for the Commonwealth begin? Please reply sir
It looks like it’s going to be August of next year unfortunately mate.
Please reply sir
So do people fail the interview like?
It’s just part of the process, but yes people can fail it
Can you join as a foreigner?
Yes you can but it would depend on the country you are from
@@MilitaryFitness New Zealand now.
@@igoravonich2013 you would have to just apply and see what they say. Are you currently in the uk?
@@MilitaryFitness no not yet but will probably move when the world gets back to its new “normal”.
@@igoravonich2013 oh ok. You should be ok
Is there a way to pass with mental health issues on records?
Depends on how long ago I would imagine
@@MilitaryFitness
It’s still on my record and still take meds but if I stop it all will they accept me
I’m Richard from Ghana
please I need a sponsor for my application. Is anyone willing to help?
I hope someone can
I have a question Sam? As I am an American free and independent and totally dissolved of British rule I often ask myself, since you are an agent of Great Britain since your a British soldier, do you hate America since America declared independence from Great Britain and killed thousands of British troops when the British soldiers were just doing what they were told?
You need sectioning mate. Noone cares about America
You been smoking dat cray cray
🫡
1. Do you hate being shouted at and told what to do and when to achieve the operational effectiveness of the unit .... yes (uv passed question 1)
2. Do you hate runing in the rain and being thrashed on PT in order to get fitter and build mental and physical resilience? ... Yes ( you have now passed question 2)
Finally 3 will you greet and Mon if you get made to Leppard craw bak to ur personal weapon system because u left it at ur arce ... then accuse the DS of bullying ?? ... Yes grate Your hired welcome to the Army .
If you answer No to any of the above. Then good luck with you mc donalds application you have failed ur army interview 😂
What’s ur Instagram id sir??
It should be in the description box, if not on this video then check my most recent ones buddy.
@@MilitaryFitness sorry sir I can’t reach its saying error 🙁how can I connect with u through