The Defence College of Support (DCSp)
The Defence College of Support (DCSp) is a Tri-Service training organisation specialising in Supply, Distribution, Driving, Catering, Policing and Guarding, and Personnel Administration. Its headquarters are located in Worthy Down, Winchester.
DCSp operates as an Operations Group within the Land Warfare Centre, which falls under the command of the Commander Field Army. It provides both Initial Trade Training (ITT) and Subsequent Trade Training (STT) for personnel from the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Additionally, DCSp delivers training to the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Civil Servants, and international military students.
The DCSp comprises three schools: the Defence School of Logistics and Administration (DSLA) at Worthy Down, the Defence School of Policing and Security (DSPS) at Southwick Park, and the Defence School of Transport (DST) at Leconfield. Collectively, these schools deliver training to approximately 17,000 students annually, covering 300 different course types for both UK and international armed forces.
The Defence School of Logistics and Administration (DSLA)
The Defence School of Logistics and Administration (DSLA) mission is to deliver trained and motivated professionals in Logistics, Administration, and Education to meet the operational requirements of Defence.
DSLA aims to be an inclusive Whole Force School, recognised for outstanding professionalism and pioneering optimised training. Our environment encourages innovation, challenges the status quo, and shapes professional development for the benefit of Defence. This vision is underpinned by four tenets: harnessing the potential of our people, optimised training through Land Training System adoption, creating an estate fit for the future, and embedding a culture of innovation to transform at the pace of relevance.
DSLA comprises of five Wings and one support unit:
- Logistics Specialist Training Wing (LSTW): Army and RAF initial and career training in movements, fuels, dangerous goods, health and safety, postal and courier, port & maritime, marine engineering, vehicle support, equipment repair and tailoring.
- Catering Training Wing (CTW): Chef and catering courses for RN, Army, and RAF, including command of Maritime Command Training Squadron.
- Personnel Administration Training Wing (PATW): Military HR, administration, education, and leadership training for all Services.
- Supply Training Wing (STW): Logistic supply specialists, Quartermaster courses, and joint/international logistics officer training.
- Training Support Wing (TSW): Training design, validation, resourcing, and operations.
- Worthy Down Support Unit: Provides life support, duty of care for ITT, and enhances the lived experience at Worthy Down Station.
Through professionalism, innovation, and collaboration, DSLA delivers world-class training that ensures operational excellence and readiness for current and future Defence challenges.
The Defence School of Policing and Security (DSPS)
The Defence School of Policing and Security (DSPS) mission is to deliver challenging, technically specialist training and education while ensuring Service Personnel remain motivated, physically fit, mentally agile, and robust. This enables capability and supports defence activity in the UK and on global operations. DSPS strives for excellence and aims to position Southwick Park as a world-leading organisation through innovation and collaboration with Partners Across Government (PAG).
DSPS deliver training from ITT up to highly specialised courses for all three services. ITT delivers trained Police and Security Personnel, including specialist investigative skills, through the Joint Police Initial Course (JPIC), which provides Phase 2 training for all Services before graduates receive warrant cards and join units to maintain order, enforce discipline, and ensure security. STT develops expertise in niche areas such as Public and Personal Safety Training (PPST), Crime Scene Investigation, Cyber and Aviation Security, Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) training, and Security Risk Management via Directorate of Security and Resilience (DSR).
Courses like the Defence Critical Infrastructure Site Surveyor (DCISS), alongside tactical training, Army Leadership Development, and specialist single-Service courses support operational requirements and the Service Justice System.
We are a diverse and dynamic team dedicated to delivering specialist training that ensures operational excellence and readiness for current and future Defence challenges. Through innovation, collaboration, and professionalism, DSPS continues to enable success across the UK and overseas operations.
The Defence School of Transport (DST)
The Defence School of Transport (DST) was formed in 1996 as the 'Centre of Excellence' for driver training for personnel from the Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Marines. The school provides over 80 different course types to over 31,000 trainees from all three Services and to personnel from other Government departments.
The size of the operation makes DST the largest residential driver training school in the world. In addition to core training of military personnel, DST provides support to current operations worldwide.
Driver training vehicles from the Defence School of Transport cover approximately 4.75 million miles per year. This training commitment is delivered by an establishment of 202 military and 375 civilian permanent staff, who are supported by highly skilled contracts both at Leconfield and throughout the UK.
DST has 9 satellite locations in the UK providing licence acquisition.
Defence School of Transport