Sniper

A sniper is an infantryman specially trained in the art of camouflage and long-distance shooting. The sniper trade is very small, and very selective. Only the Regular Force employs snipers; reserve soldiers do not receive sniper training.

Qualifications

In order to be considered for the Sniper Course you need:

• to be employed in the Regular Force as an Infantryman (MOC 031)
• to have successfully completed the Recce Patroman Course
• to have been selected by the Reconnaissance Platoon and your Chain of Command
• to have passed the Pre-Sniper Course

Employment

Upon graduation, about 1/3 of fully trained snipers in the Canadian Army are actually employed in that role.

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