Re: Failing AIB - Entering as a RM - Useful Literature.
Hi guys, thanks for your help.
I have a bit of a dilemma, I wish to join the 'Royal Marine Commando's' - I have already handed my application and this is my 1st and only choice. Recently I've been informed that I may just be eligible to enter as an Officer. (NVQ level 3 / National Diploma)
After researching, I have come to the conclusion that if this is the case and I work and prepare to the best of my ability, I may be able to accomplish this.
However, it is my understanding that the AIB is conducted after completing the POC, and in this case, if you fail the AIB, as you have previously said one would have to re-take the selection tests in order to enter as 'General Duties Marine'
Now I am not sure whether to try to take the path of Officer (of which I may fail and wait 'X' amount of months to re-apply) or to just go for 'General Marine' which I am sure I'll have an increased chance of success.
Although the whole of the AIB will be nerve-racking due to the inevitable fear of not passing, my concern is the aptitude tests in: Numerical fluency, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, along with the questionnaire/interviews in which you must state your past achievements, experiences of difficulty overcome . . . etc.
Does anyone know where I could get my hands on any free aptitude tests in these areas to help mentally prepare? (Websites, literature)
What does the term past achievements refer to? - College, qualifications, or more personal, extra-curricular, (life) achievements.
Would you recommend any steps I could take to better myself?
Any help or advice regarding the above questions would be more than appreciated.
Thank you for your time.
Awganik