Commando (Commando)
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A commando is a soldier who is part of a special unit called the Commando Corps (KCT). Another more international name for this special unit is also called Special Forces (SF). Soldiers who are part of the Commando Corps are soldiers who are specially trained in carrying out dangerous and usually particularly heavy missions. Because the profession of command is a dangerous profession in which the physical conditions can also be difficult, the designation commando is only reserved for special soldiers, who have completed the training with good results and are therefore part of the Commando Corps. Commando troops can be recognized by the well-known green beret with beret emblem. Thus, a commando is a soldier who is a member of a special unit of the army. In order to be part of the Commando Corps, commandos must be very strong both physically and mentally. In other words, it is certainly not the case that all soldiers can also become commandos, because only the best and strongest soldiers can become commando. In order to become commando, soldiers will have to go through a strict training and selection procedure. Within the Ministry of Defence, all soldiers from soldier to captain can now apply for special commando training. In the past, this was only reserved for soldiers who had a combat function within defense, but nowadays this is no longer the case. As a commando, you are responsible for conducting special operations within enemy territory. This generally relates to secret commands within a small group of commands. The command function can be compared to the function marine, with the important difference that a marine works for the navy.
A commando is therefore a soldier who is responsible for carrying out covert operations. Which activities a command performs exactly can differ per mission, but the activities always come down to conducting operations in enemy territory, freeing any prisoners or prisoners of war, supporting other soldiers, conducting anti-terrorism operations and obtaining ground information. The Commando Troops Corps is part of the Land Forces Command (CLAS) and is based in the Engelbrecht van Nassau barracks in Roosendaal. Commando troops are special soldiers, who carry out dangerous assignments for defense. A lot can therefore be expected of commando troops, such as being able to operate independently within enemy territory without operational support. How commandos enter enemy territory can vary from mission to mission. This can be done, for example, by means of a helicopter, with parachutes, on boat and on foot. A command must therefore be multi-deployable in various ways if it is to be able to perform its tasks.
BECOME A COMMAND
Because commandos are special soldiers, commandos will be deployed earlier than ordinary soldiers. This does not only relate to combat missions, because reconnaissance missions within enemy territory are also part of the tasks of the commandos. Within the commando forces there are different specializations, such as commandos, which operate in mountainous terrain and commands that operate on the water. So it's not like only Marines use water to get around. In addition, commandos can be specialized as a medic, liaison or demotion specialist or as a sniper. Every commando is taught skydiving and counterterrorism (terrorism and terror). As a commando, it is also possible to further specialize in special operations after the training. Think of making a free fall from a great height (Haho / Halo). Haho/Halo stands for High altitude high opening/High altitude low opening. Another specialization is, for example, learning to dive.
WHAT DOES A COMMAND DO:
COMMANDO TRAINING
Command training is only possible by following the special Elementary Command Training (ECO) of defense. This training is accessible in various ways, namely as a professional soldier and as a citizen. Citizens will first have to deal with an application process, in which it will be checked whether you are suitable. If civilians are approved, they will first have to go through the General Military Training Airmobile (AMOL) before they can possibly qualify for the special Elementary Command training of defense (16 weeks total). Only soldiers who complete special Elementary Command Training (ECO) with good results receive the well-known green beret and may call themselves commando. In addition, there is a Advanced Command Training (VCO) of 52 weeks. For the specific admission requirements, see the website Korps Commandotroepen.
COMPANIES WHERE A COMMAND CAN BE ACTIVE
A commando does not work for companies, but works for defense within the Commando Corps (KCT). A commando works as a civil servant within the Ministry of Defence. The boss of all soldiers is the commander of ironing costumes.
COMPETENCES COMMANDO
The competencies that a command must have are quite heavy. Within the Commando Corps there is talk of "exhaustion", which already indicates that the profession should not be underestimated. Endurance is perhaps one of the most important words for a command, because at the beginning of the training a commando must already run 2800 meters within twelve minutes. In other words, a command must be in good condition. Because you work in a team of different commands, you must be a team player and have good communication skills. Generally important words are insight, cooperation, independence, learning ability, perseverance, courage, stress resistance, conflict management, secrecy and motivation. A soldier must have basic military skills before he or she can participate in the training. This does not only concern combat units, because nowadays anyone can apply as a commando.
LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS A COMMANDO
The labour market perspective of a commando is highly dependent on the level of education and the physical condition of the person concerned. The admission requirements for the commando training have been relaxed in recent years, so that everyone can apply. The career opportunities as a commando are highly dependent on the level of education. An officer training can be possible if you have the right training. If this is not the case, a commando will be guided after twelve years in finding a job in civil society. Consider, for example, a job with the police.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY COMMANDO
As a commando, you work for the Ministry of Defence, which has excellent working conditions. A commando immediately receives a salary during the training that will be adjusted to the relevant rank (Corporal) after completing the training. A Corporal will earn a minimum salary of 1350 gross per month and earn a maximum salary of 2500 euros gross per month, depending on age and the salary scale. A Corporal Special Operations Command is also entitled to special expense allowances and allowances, which can increase the salary considerably.
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