Officer occupations – Which one should I choose?

[Loachman]

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[DAA]

- I was in the reserves a couple years ago and completed bmq and sq, and later voluntarily released throughout the school year as I was accepted into a coop program in university placing me on summer workterms and limiting my ability to complete any trade courses as a combat engineer. Will re applying into the reg force be an issue at all?

- I got in the reserves a couple years ago, will getting into the reg force be the same? As in I.should have no problem meeting the criteria again?

- I applied for three trades. Electrical generator technician (in demand), electrical distribution tech, and combat engineer. I currently work.civilian as a electrician. Since only one of my trades are in demand, and the other two I don't even know if they're hiring at the moment , should I.not.get accepted for my first choice, will my application simply be closed?

am I looking at a long application time to the time I may end up on bmq?

1 - NO, has no bearing on whether your application will be successful.  You will, however, require a PLAR for both your professional qualifications and prior military service.  You may or may not be granted your BMQ and SQ qualifications.  So be prepared to do them over again.

2 - Because you released from the CF, your application will start again from the beginning.  I don't believe you will need to rewrite the CFAT.

3 - NO, your application will not be closed.

Contact your local CFRC for an update to see where your current application stands.

 

[young_warrior]

I didn't pass my CFAT either and was told i can re-take my exam in 4 months but I have to prove to them that I deserve a second change.. meaning " bring study material that shows effort to prep".

I asked during my interview how can I prep and I was told I can find things in a public Library.. I went and I got nothing really helpful. I want to retake it but I want to make sure I am prepared for it. I don't want to have another disappointing score in Math.

There is an Adult school close to my home but when I went to enquire if they could assist me with this challenge, the answer I received was vague and unreassuring.

Can you recommend some good study material or Programs?

 

[mariomike]

I didn't pass my CFAT either and was told i can re-take my exam in 4 months but I have to prove to them that I deserve a second change.. meaning " bring study material that shows effort to prep".

I don't want to have another disappointing score in Math.


Can you recommend some good study material or Programs?

You may find these discussions of interest,

"what type of math is on the aptitude test?":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/106898.0

"Math questions on the test":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/30895.0/nowap.html

"CFAT Math Problem Solving": 
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/91357.0

"Not the best at math..":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/107441.0

?MATH?
http://army.ca/forums/threads/109763.0

"CFAT Math + other question": 
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/80466.0

"How does one 'relearn' math?":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/26449.0

"I suck at math (CFAT worries)":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/65081.0

"If you need help in Math for the CFAT":
http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/60947.0/nowap.html

etc...

Math
https://www.google.ca/search?q=site%3Aarmy.ca++math&sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-CA:IE-Address&ie=&oe=&rlz=1I7GGHP_en-GBCA592&gfe_rd=cr&ei=GtGvVuatM-aM8QfR3L24Dw&gws_rd=ssl#q=site:army.ca++math&start=10

 

[Dillony91]

hey there just finished my online application today, how ever at the end of the application when i sent it through, i got redirected to a page saying error sorry were having trouble processing your request,

however

i logged out and re logged into GCKEY and when i look at my information it only shows my basic information and i can click on a conformation letter and it says it went through and to check my email ( yes i checked my spam as well),,

second however, i still have not received a conformation email from the automated system, now my question is has anyone else ran into this and am i just being a little nerotic,, also was that conformation email supposed to be immediate or does it take a few hours to get sent out as i only did it roughly 3 hours ago

thanks for the info !

 

[Colta]

The same thing happened to me and a few others. It seems to be a glitch on the website... It took a few days to go through and then I received an email asking me to contact the recruiting centre. So maybe try giving it a few days and see what happens

 

[Dillony91]

The same thing happened to me and a few others. It seems to be a glitch on the website... It took a few days to go through and then I received an email asking me to contact the recruiting centre. So maybe try giving it a few days and see what happens

thanks yeah i already sent an email to my RC asking them to advise me on what i should be doing, good to hear i wasnt the only one this happened to,

 

[mariomike]

i logged out and re logged into GCKEY and when i look at my information it only shows my basic information and i can click on a conformation letter and it says it went through and to check my email ( yes i checked my spam as well),,

You may find these discussions of interest,

GC Key help!?!?
http://army.ca/forums/threads/113863.0

Online Application (GC Log In) problems 
https://army.ca/forums/threads/114265.0

As always, Recruiting is your most trusted source of information.

 

[DAA]

thanks yeah i already sent an email to my RC asking them to advise me on what i should be doing, good to hear i wasnt the only one this happened to,

http://army.ca/forums/threads/122018/post-1416499.html#msg1416499

 

[Dillony91]

Thanks for all the information  [ it all ended up working out just waiting for a response for my CFAT date thanks boys

 

[Grant Parker]

I'm an Ontarian grade eleven student with a decent (89%) average with all the sciences and all the maths. I'm in Cadets and am about to begin my Duke of Edinburgh program. I've spoken to a few different recruitment personnel as well as a few people I've met within the forces. I've been informed that it's possible to get your infantry officer with practically any degree but this doesn't really sound right. I was wondering if a) my stats would consider me to be competitive and b) what programs qualify for Infantry officer/ what should I apply for? 

 

[George Wallace]

Topic LOCKED

This whole forum is about ROTP, application to, and studies at RMC.  If you care to show the qualities that the CAF is looking for in future leaders, you will find the answers to a multitude of questions that you may be asking, or have not even thought of yet.

George
army.ca Staff

 

[Mike81]

Hello Good Day Everyone Some Useful Tips For Studying For The CFAT Are A App For Your Phone Called CFAT Test Trainer And Can Be Purchased For Like $4.99 I Got It And Has Helped Me Greatly To Study For The CFAT, As Well There Is A PDF File That Can Be Found Online Called Pass The CFAT, I Have Downloaded The File And Its 71 Pages Of Study Material On Verbal Skills, Problem Solving & Spatial Ability If You PM Me Your Email I Can Send This File To You As Study Material To Help You Prepare.

Thanks..

Mike

 

[George Wallace]

Mike81

Please do not spam this site, or you will find yourself BANNED.

 

[BinRat55]

Hello Good Day Everyone Some Useful Tips For Studying For The CFAT Are A App For Your Phone Called CFAT Test Trainer And Can Be Purchased For Like $4.99 I Got It And Has Helped Me Greatly To Study For The CFAT, As Well There Is A PDF File That Can Be Found Online Called Pass The CFAT, I Have Downloaded The File And Its 71 Pages Of Study Material On Verbal Skills, Problem Solving & Spatial Ability If You PM Me Your Email I Can Send This File To You As Study Material To Help You Prepare.

Thanks..

Mike

Not wanting to be THAT guy, but hey - I gotta be me....

It's ironic that you are touting tips that have helped you prepare for the CFAT when the simple grammer aspect of making "Every Word In Your Sentence Begin With A Capital Letter"...

But thanks - what George said!

 

[Mike81]

Why do you think I am spamming this site I am offering something I have to help those that might need help with preparing for the CFAT for free I never asked for anything in return just to simply help those who need it period.

 

[Loachman]

Providing help is appreciated, but you made the same post in two different threads. That is considered to be spamming here and is not acceptable. Please review the Site Guidelines, to which you agreed as part of the registration process.

And thank-you for capitalizing properly.

 

[ikvermaak]

Am I allowed to join the army if I have had skin cancer? I've been clear of cancer for 5 years now.

 

[BinRat55]

Am I allowed to join the army if I have had skin cancer? I've been clear of cancer for 5 years now.

Absolutely! Just call them up and tell them Mr. George Wallace sent you!!

No, seriously, I am kidding. Please understand that you really cannot ask a question like that here. Maybe on another thread and maybe a question rephrase (not one that has the word "cancer" and "Can I...?" We here are not even close to being qualified for this type of direction.

But best of luck to you - follow the process and see where it take you!

 

[krimynal]

Absolutely! Just call them up and tell them Mr. George Wallace sent you!!

No, seriously, I am kidding. Please understand that you really cannot ask a question like that here. Maybe on another thread and maybe a question rephrase (not one that has the word "cancer" and "Can I...?" We here are not even close to being qualified for this type of direction.

But best of luck to you - follow the process and see where it take you!

I am definetly saying that out as soon as I re-apply.  If there is a comment section on the website I'm litteraly copy-pasting this quote there hahahah !