Despite
opposition from the National Union of Teachers, several colleges have now signed up for the new bursary scheme provided by the British Army. For example, Moulton College in Northampton and the Evesham and Malvern Hills College will both be offering Army Further Education Bursary Schemes to help students prepare for a career in the forces.
The scheme is available to people between the ages of 16 and 25 who are going into further education. It will provide £1,000 for students whilst at college and a further award of £1,000 for completing training when they join the British Army at the end of their course. The project has been supported by the Government's Department of Innovation, Universities & Skills and the Learning and Skills Council.
Army spokesman Lt Col John Moody said: "The Army has a proud tradition of supporting its future employees through further education and this new scheme demonstrates our commitment to life long learning and vocational training."
On the other hand, Gordon White, Northants county secretary to the NUT, said: "These schemes are all designed to tempt young people through the back door." Oh dear, another Gordon!
opposition from the National Union of Teachers, several colleges have now signed up for the new bursary scheme provided by the British Army. For example, Moulton College in Northampton and the Evesham and Malvern Hills College will both be offering Army Further Education Bursary Schemes to help students prepare for a career in the forces.The scheme is available to people between the ages of 16 and 25 who are going into further education. It will provide £1,000 for students whilst at college and a further award of £1,000 for completing training when they join the British Army at the end of their course. The project has been supported by the Government's Department of Innovation, Universities & Skills and the Learning and Skills Council.
Army spokesman Lt Col John Moody said: "The Army has a proud tradition of supporting its future employees through further education and this new scheme demonstrates our commitment to life long learning and vocational training."
On the other hand, Gordon White, Northants county secretary to the NUT, said: "These schemes are all designed to tempt young people through the back door." Oh dear, another Gordon!
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