Specialist Training
Specialist training is delivered at the Defence College of Air and Space Operations at RAF Shawbury in Shropshire and subsequently for Weapons Controllers at RAF Boulmer in Northumberland.
This training starts with a Foundation Module and is completed alongside Operations Officers and Air Traffic & Weapons Controllers. Following successful completion, you will be assigned to a specialist module in one of the core specialisations: Terminal( Airfield) ATC or Weapons Control.
You could return at a later date to complete a short conversion course to allow you to undertake roles in the other core areas including Area Radar control.
Additional Qualifications
Prior to Phase 2 specialisation training, you will be offered the opportunity to enrol on a Level 5 Apprenticeship in Air Traffic Control.
Within this apprenticeship your training will focus on the professional elements of Controlling. Following successful completion you will be awarded the civilian accredited qualification.
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