DAO Level 3 Award in Marksmanship and Coaching
Updated 1 May 2026
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1. Overall Objective for the Qualification
This qualification provides the standards that must be achieved by individuals that are overseeing and supervising a team.
2. Pre-entry requirements
No pre entry requirements.
3. Units
This qualification is made up of a total of 3 mandatory units.
4. Size
Total Credits 11
Guided Learning Hours 94
Total Qualification Time 110
5. Age Restriction
This qualification is available to learners aged 18 years and over.
6. Further information
Full qualification specification is available on request DEFAC-DAO@mod.gov.uk.