Introduction Although “Driving a senior officer is seen by many as a rubbish job” (The Sustainer, 2020, p.12), RLC Staff Car Drivers hold a position of trust and responsibility. They may hear sensitive conversations, meaning a level of discretion is required. The Royal Logistics Corps (RLC), as the home of the Driver trade, owns the… Read More
In December 2020, Captain Eve Newton became the first female in the Royal Logistics Corps (RLC) to pass the All Arms Commando Course (AACC). Newton completed the gruelling course without interruption, and joins an exclusive club of a handful of Service women to gain the coveted green beret. Newton is currently Admin Officer of 23… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational Vehicle Search Dog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Four (4) weeks, with two (2) courses per year. Location Defence Animal Centre (DAC)… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational TrackerDog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Six (6) weeks, with courses as required. Location Defence Animal Centre (DAC) Melton Mowbray. Outline of… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist dog trainers and handlers in man-work training techniques for protection dogs. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Five (5) days, with courses as required. Location Defence… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational Patrol Dog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards The course is open to Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. A reasonable level of physical fitness. Duration Two (2) weeks, with twelve (12) course per year.… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an efficient and effective kennel manager. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. A reasonable level of physical fitness. Duration Five (5) days, with five (5) courses per… Read More
