People, Person, Military, Military Uniform, Soldier, Head, Army, Adult, Male, Man

What are the benefits of joining and what experience do I gain

View favourites
  • 5 replies
  • 12 views
  • Author: Paul M.
  • Category: Why us, Company benefits
  • Date asked:
  • Last update:
  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    Hi Paul,


    That depends on what you aspire to join.

    Travel, self confidence/belief, Sports, driving licenses, heavily subsidised military houses, work with you best mates.


    The average British Soldier gains more life experience in 1 year then what most UK adults' get in their entire life. If this alone isn't enough to join then i don't know what is.

  • PM
    Paul M. Candidate

    Need some self confidence and self belief but got mental health issues and need a change but I feel like that will stop me from the whole program

  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    It really depends on the severity if I'm being honest. Mental health is extensive on how far this can be covered.

    Generally if your Sad then we all get like that at some point and could potentially be waivered. This would depend on the severity on how your GP notes are. However, if you are looking at the extreme of Suicidal or a schizophrenic then then odds won't be in your favor.


    The only way to know for sure is to apply and allow the Professional team of Dr's in the know be the judge.

  • PM
    Paul M. Candidate

    That’s fine that’s amazing news to hear I’ll get looking into applying

  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    Joining will be the best decision you will ever make. I joined 16 years ago when i was 18, with my only regret being that i hadn't joined sooner.