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<p>The approach taken by each branch of the Armed Forces is set out below.</p><p>In
the Naval Service, a 'teach, coach, mentor' philosophy is applied to enable instructors
to apply the full range of instructional techniques, minimising the requirement for
Officer Cadets to repeat elements of their training. Where students fall short of
the training requirement there will be occasions where, to avoid a student being removed
from training, elements of training may need to be repeated, enabling those Officer
Cadets who need extra training to progress. All elements of Officer training are subject
to regular and constant internal validation feedback to actively and constantly improve
delivery. This involves obtaining student feedback on what is taught and the standard
of delivery. This feedback is employed to identify where improvements can be made
and ensure optimum effectiveness of the delivery of training. External validation
of training is also conducted by the Human Resource and Training Support Group to
ensure the relevant material is being delivered in training, minimising the requirement
for repetition.</p><p>In the Army, first time pass rates have increased steadily over
the last five years and repetition of training is now a rare occurrence among Officer
Cadets. Measures to improve Officer Cadets and avoid repetition of training include
improved pre-employment and induction training for permanent staff, which includes
how to deliver effective feedback; briefings before each assessment on the standard
expected and subsequent feedback on performance and areas for improvement. For critical
assessments, Officer Cadets are given the opportunity to retake the assessment after
a period of reflection.</p><p>In the Royal Air Force, to avoid repeating training,Officer
Cadets' development is assessed throughout the course. Cadets are counselled on their
performance throughout the course and areas for development are highlighted. These
are managed through a series of personalised training interventions that provide cadets
with goals and focused training to achieve success.</p>
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