ROTP 2011-2012

[sink2]

I'll be reapplying as per suggestion by me recruiter to Civ University UBC as that is where I will be attending this Fall. Does anyone know what happens to the contract for those who get into ROTP in their Second Year of University?

For every one month of academic subsidization, you will owe two months of service.

 

[PrairieBoy]

I'm reapplying since my paperwork didn't get finished for the 2010-2011 deadline. I think my choices this time will be Infantry-Signals-Air Combat Systems. Infantry will probably be still full, but I'll put it down on the forms anyways, just so they know I'm interested in a position in the Infantry, if somehow positions become available.

 

[macknightcr]

I'm also applying as a university student, but with some concerns: I am a part-time student, working at a full-time government job. I was told by the recruiter that I had until September 2011 to become a full-time student, or I would not be considered. Has anyone got any further experience with this? This is half the reason I want to go back for a second information sitting at the local recruiting office.

I am a little confused by this comment, because when I applied I was not even in school.  I think going back for clarification is a good plan here. 

 

[Joani]

I think it applies more to my situation because I am a part-time student in a civ University. I will go and talk with the local recruiters again and clarify.

 

[nairna]

It would definetly be best to speak to a recruiter, but I'm fairly sure that ROTP applies only to full time university students. Otherwise it would take a much longer time to graduate and that is not in the CFs best interests.

 

[macknightcr]

Are you trying to avoid switching to full-time? 

 

[Joani]

Oh heavens, if I got into ROTP, I would definitely be a full-time student. I'm just taking classes on a part time basis because I have 40 hours of work per week.

One of my reasons for applying for the program is to finish my schooling in a timely fashion.

 

[westcoastboy]

Once you are accepted into the ROTP program you will be full time employed with the CF .........Your job will be to go to school & study for which you will paid approx $600 every 2 times a month = $1200.........The CF pay all your fees for school & books Accommodation & Food is down to you out of your $1200 salary

 

[macknightcr]

Ok then what I interpret the RC saying is that you will have to inform the University that you will be switching to Full-Time and fulfill any requirements (if any) the University needs in order for you to transition smoothly.  And as WestCoastBoy said you will not need to work as going to school will be your one and only job.  I hope this helps.

 

[Private Hassan]

Anyone know a ROTP recruiter in the Toronto area? I would like to contact someone ASAP. Thanks if you can get me their number!

 

[gwones]

Anyone know a ROTP recruiter in the Toronto area? I would like to contact someone ASAP. Thanks if you can get me their number!

Searching may save your and other people's time.

Take a look at this link. It'll show the location and phone number for the CFRC Toronto.

http://www.forces.ca/html/index.aspx?sm1=6&sm2=0&sid=200&lang=en

 

[PMedMoe]

Anyone know a ROTP recruiter in the Toronto area? I would like to contact someone ASAP. Thanks if you can get me their number!

It's Sunday.  They're not open.

Try here:  CFRC Toronto

 

[trampbike]

Hey guys -- as some one who is currently in the process for 2010-2011, do not waste a second on this stuff. I almost missed the deadline based on a medical issue that I did not think would be an issue -- a mild allergy to something. If you have any hiccups what so ever, you can get majorly bogged down. I started the process in August, and since I had to see a medical specialist, it took until yesterday to get the paperwork in order. Also, try to do the CFAT and your interviews ASAP, in case they find you unsuitable for a trade you really want -- you have time to think about what else you might want to do. Best of luck everyone!

What do you mean "do CFAT and interviews ASAP"? I applied in May (the recruiter did not seem do know that it would only be for 2011-2012), and finally was told I should expect news by mid-September. I have to wait for THEM to tell me when I can start the process, not the opposite. Is there something I missed? How would it be possible to get CFAT and interview done anytime before that?

Thanks and good luck to you all!
BTW, I applied for ROTP-civi U, pilot. I'm currently doing a meteorology degree in Montréal and flying airplanes as much as my bank account can support (which is not that much!)

 

[milpharm]

Hi all,
I've been lurking for a while, but never posted until I saw this thread. I will be finishing high school this school year, and I am considering applying to the ROTP for pharmacy (civy-u) this coming september, for the '11-'12 school year. My question is, at what point during the application process do you sign a contract and are bound to go, it looked to me like it was after you were accepted. If this is true, and I decide to do something else for a year, could I pick up the application from there or would I be required to completely restart, or somewhere in between?
I'm hoping be accepted fairly easily, my average is 92 and I have completed most of my grade 12 year through advanced courses. 
Thanks for reading, and good luck to all of you who are also applying.

 

[nairna]

Welcome to the forum!

The contract would only be signed after you have been accepted and offered a position in the CF in ROTP as an officer cadet. From there you would have a maximum of 1 year from that date to withdraw, though it is very serious and a heavy process. If you decided against joining after being offered a position, the following year you would have to complete everything over again.

Also, make sure this is what you want to do before going through the process. People that may know for sure that this is what they want may not be as competitive as you an not be called because you receive the offer. If you don't want it, let the CFRC know right away so the next best qualified candidate can fulfill their dream.

But if your sure, right on! On good luck, remember applications start this September

Anthony

P.S. This was written on my iPhone, I apologize for any grammar errors

 

[Rogo]

My question is, at what point during the application process do you sign a contract and are bound to go, it looked to me like it was after you were accepted. If this is true, and I decide to do something else for a year, could I pick up the application from there or would I be required to completely restart, or somewhere in between?

I and about 8 others signed our contracts today so it is likely fair to assume mid July this time next year and as was pointed out yes there is a 1 year period to withdraw but it will likely look poorly on you in the future so the earlier you make up your mind the better.  It would be more or less a complete restart but if you completed the CFAT those marks are good for one year, the medical would also just be an update. Good luck.

 

[mathabos]

complete restart but if you completed the CFAT those marks are good for one year

If i'm not mistaken, the CFAT is valid for a lot longer than one year.
As for the medical, I was informed that it is valid for 6 months.

 

[Shock]

I believe you're right, mathabos. When I was going through the recruiting process for the reserves (February 09) I was told it was valid for five years iirc.

I'm also seriously considering applying for the 2011-2012 ROTP year. What are you guys and girls doing to enhance your application? I am entering my fourth semester of university majoring in business administration, currently in the army reserve, I play hockey (hopefully playing in a local junior league this year), and I will be volunteering with the big brothers and big sisters program relatively soon. I feel as though my application will be lacking as it is right now. Like I stated above, what are you all doing to improve your applications?

Cheers
Scott

 

[Rogo]

It could be 5 years, but the medical for me was only an update and it was over 6 months.

 

[DexOlesa]

The CFAT is valid. you only have to do it once (assuming you qualified for officer). You do not have one year from enrollement to drop out you have up until the first day of your second academic year of subsidization. So all first year all summer training you want out fine. You spend one day in year 2 you're stuck.