The CP industry's a good way to use your skills and experience due to it's many similarities. Jobs that compete with Joe Civvie will wear you out & these same people don't have a clue about what your background is because they never did it themselves. CP industry will be easier to adapt to because of common ground if you take my meaning.
The army gives you plenty of opportunities to gain quals to make you more marketable but remember, once you're 'out' you have to front the cash for quals yourself. You already know that it costs nothing to do it while you're in & you draw a paycheck while you learn. Something you will have to accept & save for. Just maximise as much of your remaining time before you leave. You already intend to get into CP, just give yourself that bit of an edge before you jump in with both feet. Prime example of why ex-SF can find excellent employment straight out of HM Forces. They applied themselves before they left, stay positive and keep your eyes on the prize. J
