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Thanks Beadwindow 7. That is somewhat better in my mind than the alternative. Perhaps someone with personal experience or whom is better informed will correct me on my assumption. ;) Sure, as per everything else in the CF. My question was in response to Sig Joeschmo's following allusion: Just...

Extremely eloquent response, Swingline1984. :-) Perhaps this is slightly off-topic here however it is related to the ACISS amalgamation: is it reasonable to assume you will have a choice of your DP2 training and specialization within the ACISS trade? Can you be "held back" at the core level...

Very valid consideration, however the leadership aspect may not apply to a new MedTech with no subordinates. They may just want to learn their trade and hone their skills without being stuck doing admin duty that was mentioned in passing on their job description and not honestly disclosed by the...

Thanks Lerch. I specifically have an interest in STA and/or FOO work (as far as I understand the duties at those postings), but only a mild curiosity in the work I expect will be waiting at the gun lines. Maybe that is a common sentiment for ambitious new Gunners, but I am concerned that it is a...

CDN Aviator, your choice of avatar seems all the more sensible when I see you posting in this thread.

Is it generally frowned upon to use your real identity on these forums? Are there reasons to do so even if you don't disclose possibly sensitive personal information? Happy to hear of your story, twinaces. I know from personal experience how frustrating the bureaucracy and process can be at...

Interesting. I had not heard of the Special Commissioning Plan prior to your post. Thanks for new options to consider, Melbatoast.

Thanks MC. That is nice of you to say. It is a shame to hear that many who show promise are passed up for opportunities from which they and the CF would mutually benefit. Good points re: the jump from NCO to Officer whilst also changing into a tech trade. I don't want to appear overconfident in...

Thanks MC. You do describe an appealing plan of action. I will give it consideration. Do you suggest that I pursue the Reserves because you do not think I sound like a good fit for the RegF or is there some other specific reasons?

Sorry to hear that. Useful to know that this is your reality since crewman is near the top of my list of preferences. Thanks for your replies and best of luck! Good advice. A few people have shared similar advice with me. I feel confident (perhaps foolishly so) that I could keep my fundamental...

Thanks RCDcpl for the informative response. If no opportunity presents itself for an OT or commission from the ranks for the duration of my contract, would the CF look negatively at "civilian" applicants who apply for a different trade? Would applicants with former service in CF gain any...

Hello, I am a nearly-25 year old male who is reasonably fit. I have been, for the last 6 years, an university student and employed in the IT field. My long-time girlfriend and I are getting married this August. I have a strong background in IT and a keen interest in both the theoretical and...

Thanks for the replies. Some of the acronyms are lost on me, but I get a sense that there are various postings available to both trades. I would enjoy seeing your list, Occam, if you could find it.

Are you implying that SIGS and CELE officers do the same job but are separate MOCs for their respective elements? If not, I think I missed your point. Are you able to provide a description of what officers in either MOC will be doing on average? I believe that is what Zoomie was looking for...

Thank you very much for the response, Lerch. Do you mind briefly detailing the typical duties and activities of a new Gunner? What sort of work would they be expected to do until they are given additional training? You mentioned "hooked Gunners" in terms of minimum experience required usually...

I would like to echo this interest getting an account of the CELE(A) trade duties, daily activities, and posting opportunities. It doesn't seem like this forum has any identifiable posts already outlining this information. Thanks!

Hello, I am doing a bit of research about the artillery NCM trades and was seemingly unable to find a detailed account of the day-to-day activities of an artillery soldier at various levels of their career progression (the armour forum has some good posts that detail that trade very well). I...