Basic training length varies by military branch and country:
- U.S. Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) lasts about 10 weeks , divided into phases where recruits learn discipline, Army values, teamwork, combat skills, and physical fitness. This 10-week period does not include an initial reception week of about 3-5 days for processing
- British Army Basic Training (Phase 1 Training) is a 13-week course
- Other U.S. military branches have different basic training durations:
- Navy boot camp: approximately 10 weeks
- Marine Corps recruit training: 13 weeks (not including processing)
- Air Force Basic Military Training: about 7.5 weeks
- Coast Guard Basic Training: about 8 weeks
- Space Force training aligns with Air Force BMT at about 7.5 weeks
In summary, U.S. Army basic training typically takes 10 weeks, with some variation depending on the specific program or branch of service. British Army basic training is longer at 13 weeks. Additional advanced training follows basic training depending on the military occupational specialty chosen.
