The Cove Podcast

LTCOL Brian Hickey is the current Commanding Officer of the Royal Military College - Duntroon (RMC-D) and he is in-charge of the current 12-month Officer Commissioning Program trial.

Royal Military College - Duntroon (RMC-D) has recently shifted from the traditional 18-month program to a more intense 12-month course. In this episode, LTCOL Brian Hickey provides valuable insights into what has changed, what has stayed the same and how it impacts the development of the Army's future lieutenants. We also explore the growing emphasis on leadership in the training and the role of simulation in planning assessments, which is revolutionising how cadets are tested on their decision-making abilities.

In addition, LTCOL Brian Hickey shares the benefits of having consistent instructors throughout the duration of a cadet’s training, fostering deeper mentor relationships and better continuity in learning. The realisation that instructors at RMC-D are more likely to become Officer Commanding's, Squadron Sergeant Majors, and Company Sergeant Majors than those from any other unit leads to the CO demanding that they mentor and develop those that will soon become the Platoon or Troop Commanders in their sub-units.

Finally, we go through five common myths about the Officer Commissioning Program trial and get the truth about the changes to RMC-D.

Whether you've been through Duntroon yourself, are on the path to go through officer training or you're a soldier that demands to know what your Platoon Commander was taught, this episode is packed with insight into how RMC-D is shaping the commanders and war fighters of tomorrow.

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