A few points that could be considered.
1. Is there data which indicates how many reserve soldiers continue to train post completion of the AIFT?
2. Whilst the training program would be the same, there will be differing standards across each of the BDE's. If all training was to be conducted at 1RTB there would be single standard achieved.
3. In the current financial climate, people are looking at reserve service as a supplementary income, the longer it takes to become rank and trade qualified, the harder it is to maintain their enthusiasm to serve.
1. Is there data which indicates how many reserve soldiers continue to train post completion of the AIFT?
2. Whilst the training program would be the same, there will be differing standards across each of the BDE's. If all training was to be conducted at 1RTB there would be single standard achieved.
3. In the current financial climate, people are looking at reserve service as a supplementary income, the longer it takes to become rank and trade qualified, the harder it is to maintain their enthusiasm to serve.