A student studying the Military Preparation course at Bridgwater & Taunton College will join the British Army after gaining a place at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate.
Yarreth Nichols, is studying the Level 2 Certificate in Military Preparation at the College. He started his Army application in August 2016, and completed the final stage of the application process in January 2017, when he attended the selection Centre at Army Training Centre Pirbright. Yarreth took part in rigorous tests including a medical, fitness tests, selection tests and an interview.
After achieving a grade B at the selection centre, Yarreth is now awaiting confirmation of his start date for Phase 1 training for his chosen career, Communications Systems Engineer in the Royal Signals.
This is the first year the course has been offered at Bridgwater & Taunton College and has proved very popular with young people preparing for a career in the Military. The course includes a mixture of practical and theory assessments, which develop the necessary military skills and improve fitness levels required for entry into the forces.
Alexia Young, Course Leader for the Military Preparation courses at Bridgwater & Taunton College said,
“Yarreth has been an outstanding student, completing all his assignment work on time and demonstrating excellent teamwork and leadership skills. He has approached all challenges with positivity and always strives to instil the values which underpin Army life; selfless commitment, courage, discipline, integrity, loyalty and respect for others. Everyone at the College wishes Yarreth the very best in his future career.”
On reflection of his success, Yarreth added,
“The College has really helped me stick to my training and persevere. Since joining this course my physical fitness has really improved and it has given me a deeper knowledge of the army. It’s really helped me to prepare for my future.”
If you would like more information about studying a, Military Preparation course at Bridgwater & Taunton College please contact our Information and Guidance team on 01278 441234.
