HOW to become
PARACOMMANDO?
What does the training program look like if you decide to become a paracommando? What skills do you need, and how long will it all take?
the process
MILITARY INITIATION PHASE
ADMISSION TESTS
TRAJECTory
TRAJECTory
SPI ADMISSION TESTS
PARA A CERTIFICATE
ADMISSION TESTS SOF BC
SPECIALISED PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION
Special Operations
Advanced Course
PARA A CERTIFICATE
COMMANDO A CERTIFICATE
COMBAT TESTS
COMMANDO A CERTIFICATE
Special Operations Forces
Basic Course
COMBAT TESTS
01
SELECTION
After applying, you will be personally invited.
What: These are standard tests organized by the Reception and Orientation Service.
ADMISSION TESTS
2 to 3 days
Medical examination
cognitive test
Practical comprehension test
Personality tests
Fitness tests
interview
Orientation interview
BASIC CONDITIONS FITNESS TESTS
Score table for selection tests
ALL THE DETAILS
01
running
Side Bridge
02
Pull-ups
03
Side bridge
04
Push-upS
Max SCORE: 2'00"
Min SCORE: 1'10"
03
SIDE BRIDGE
02
MIP
To integrate you into the military environment, you will be taught basic military knowledge and techniques here. During your training, attention will also be given to developing the character traits and physical qualities you need as a soldier.
MILITARY INITIATION PHASE
10 weeks
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To integrate you into the military environment, you will be taught basic military knowledge and techniques here. During your training, attention will also be given to developing the character traits and physical qualities you need as a soldier.
- You must stay at the barracks during the week for this period. Teamwork and group living are essential as a soldier.
Training
Military basics: map reading, military safety, basic first aid, drill, handling weapons, …
Tactics: To carry out your mission as a future SOF / Paracommando, it is essential to master specific techniques. Together with your teammates, you will need to complete missions successfully.
This includes:
» living in the field, both day and night (individual equipment, personal hygiene, camouflage, …);
» setting up observation posts and firing positions.
ADMISSION TESTS SPI PARACOMMANDO
PULL-UPS
6
SIT-UPS
35
TOES TO BAR
1
BALANCE
Walk 5 m on a high beam
ENDURANCE
COURAGE
Run 8 km
<44'
Jump onto a mat
03
SPI
During the MIP, you learned the basics of being a soldier, but during the SPI, you will be trained to become a true Paracommando. Over 16 intensive weeks, you will develop additional professional skills and be physically and mentally prepared to pass the combat tests. Additionally, you will learn the values and standards that distinguish the Paracommandos. This is the ultimate challenge that will determine if you belong to the elite!
SPECIALISED PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION
16 WEEKS
— time (Max): 2’30”
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots
Ropes Course
— distance: 100 m
• Combat clothing (without combat vest) - Army boots -
Weapon (dummy)
Combat Swimming
— TIME (Max): 4’30”
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots
Obstacle course
— Distance: 200 m // time (Max): 100”
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots + Weapon
Fireman’s Carry
— distance: 16 km // time (Max): 120’
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots + Weapon
Speed March
combat tests
volunteer
04
BAC
The “Obstacle Crossing Techniques & Survival” training course aims to enable you to safely cross obstacles (rock formations, waterways, etc.) under the supervision of an instructor-commando or assistant instructor-commando.
Commando A certification
4 weeks
05
BAP
The training to be able to perform safe operational parachute jumps with automatic opening from the aircraft.
Para A certification
15 working days
03
cadre training
Next, you'll attend the "weapons school" where you'll learn the practical skills required to work within your specialization (Infantry - Engineers - Logistics - CIS - etc.). The location and duration of this training depend on your choice of weapon.
For limited-term non-commissioned officers and officers, the school is located in Saffraanberg (Royal School for Non-Commissioned Officers) or Tournai and for career officers in Brussels (Royal Military Academy). While you already have a military foundation, you will primarily receive theoretical instruction here to prepare you for later serving as a staff member within the organization.
04
SOF BC
• Progressive, physical, character, and professional preparation is provided to paracommando cadre members, SF operator candidates, and specialists so they can subsequently attend specialized SOF training courses.
• Autonomy, responsibility, integrity, perseverance, and adaptability are common threads throughout this training program.
SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES BASIC COURSE
8 weeks
cadre
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots
Ropes Course
combat tests
— DISTANCE: 100 m
• Combat clothing (without combat vest) - Army boots -
Weapon (dummy)
Combat Swimming
— time (Max): 4’15”
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots
Obstacle course
— DISTANCE: 200 m // time (Max): 80”
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots + Weapon
Fireman’s Carry
— DISTANCE: 16 km // time (Max): 100’
• Combat uniform – Combat vest – Army boots + Weapon
Speed March
— time (Max): 2’20”
05
BAC
The “Obstacle Crossing Techniques & Survival” training course aims to enable you to safely cross obstacles (rock formations, waterways, etc.) under the supervision of an instructor-commando or assistant instructor-commando.
Commando A certification
4 weeks
06
SOF AC
During this module, the officers are given command of their tactical elements and must deliver and successfully complete orders for complex combat operations. The deployment of various resources and the extended autonomy make this part a very interesting but also very intense period.
Special operations forces advanced course
8 WEEKS
07
BAP
The training to be able to perform safe operational parachute jumps with automatic opening from the aircraft.
Para A certification
