Army Foundation College Harrogate - Life as a Junior Soldier
The Army can offer adventure and opportunity to people who want to do something different through a range of amazing apprenticeships.
When you join the Army, you’ll not only learn how to be a world-class soldier or officer, but you’ll continue to develop skills and earn qualifications while you work.
At the Army Foundation College (AFC) in Harrogate, the Army support 16 and 17 year olds in learning military skills, fitness and education (including English and Maths) so that they’re ready for an apprenticeship and successful career in whichever part of the Army suits them best – all whilst earning a good wage and making friends for life.
Once you’ve finished the course at AFC Harrogate, you’ll move onto your trade training which is where you will learn more about your specific trade. Once you have completed both elements of training, you will be ready to join your unit, as a soldier in the British Army.
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Watch these exclusive apprenticeship webinars, whether you’re a student, a teacher or careers adviser looking to educate your students or a parent keen to support your child in making an informed career decision.
The British Army is committed to providing young people with valuable career opportunities through its well-established apprenticeship programme.
You’ll gain invaluable insight into the extensive range of apprenticeships, the Army Foundation College Harrogate (AFC) that caters to 16 – 17 year olds, and the application process. You will also hear from current/past apprentices on their experiences of an apprenticeship and how it has impacted and inspired their career so far.
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Army Foundation College Harrogate – Education with a difference
For young people interested in applying (and those supporting them)
Watch this webinar to find out more about AFC Harrogate and how the college helps 16 – 17 year olds prepare for a career in The British Army.
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Building Your Future: British Army Apprenticeships and Career Advancement
For teachers, careers advisers, parents and carers
Watch this webinar to explore the apprenticeship opportunities available with The British Army.
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Apprenticeships with the British army
For students, teachers, careers advisers, parents and carers
Watch this webinar to learn more about the amazing apprenticeship opportunities available for individuals looking to start an exciting career in the British Army.
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Inspire and Inclusion webinar
Inspire Inclusion – Army Apprenticeships and Careers Webinar recording
In celebration of International Women's Day 2024, watch this exclusive webinar in partnership with the British Army.
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The British Army Combat room recording
Watch the recording of the Combat breakout room, you can find the main room recording here.
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The British Army Engineering room recording
Watch the recording of the Intelligence and Communications breakout room
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The British Army HR and Finance room recording
Watch the recording of the HR and Finance breakout room
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The British Army Intelligence and Communications room recording
Watch the recording of the Intelligence and Communications breakout room
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The British Army Medical room recording
Watch the recording of the Medical breakout room
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The Army’s diverse range of apprenticeships includes:
- Engineering
- Medical
- Intelligence & Comms
- HR & Finance
- Logistics & Supply
- Combat
Find out the main benefits of doing an apprenticeship in the Army, hear directly from other apprentices, and uncover the answers to some frequently asked questions by downloading the guide below.
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