radarcontactlost
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4/6 en route basics!
Hiring Bid FAA-ATO-20-ALLSRCE-65607
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stonemalone99
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CG emailed me to expect a June class date but no FOL yet.
Wow after clearing tier 2 just moving along so quickly
WhitticusFinch
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Had April 19th Terminal but received approval to postpone until May. Thanks for filling my spot, whoever you are. Good luck.
I want to share my pre-employment experience with you guys and possibly try to get some insight on what to expect from this point on (even though I should probably just shut up and wait).
I was Tier 2'd from this bid back in June 2021. In my initial Tier 2 e-mail I was informed that "based on my MMPI-2 results, a Tier 2 evaluation is required." Within that same e-mail, they requested that I first get a neuropsychological evaluation due to a traumatic brain injury I sustained 15 years ago. I was also told that any expenses accrued would be out of my own pocket which I fully expected.
Fast forward to November 2021. I received an e-mail with the parameters of my neuropsych evaluation that the doctor needs to abide by. I found it strange that the parameters were for an ADD/ADHD testing series given the fact that I have no history of the disorder. I spoke to a number of neuropsychologists and was unable to secure an appointment within a reasonable time frame for a reasonable price. Recently, I found a FAA-approved neuropsychologist that gave me a reasonable price and could see me within a months time. She found the testing parameters odd as well and instructed me to double check with the FAA before moving forward with an appointment because there is quite a difference in pricing between the ADHD testing and full neuropsych workup. I checked in with my medical POC and I was told that they would check with their psychologist to make sure the parameters were correct.
Yesterday I received an e-mail stating that I actually do not need an evaluation done of any sort and that all I need to do is make a personal statement saying that there have been no changes in my medical or legal status. I was under the impression that this would finally take me out of the Tier 2 process and move me along to full clearance. However, that was not the case as I still need to meet with an evaluator to discuss my MMPI-2 (and most likely retake it). In the last e-mail I received from my medical POC, she mentions that the Tier 2 process has been "restarted" for me which is extremely discouraging in terms of any sort of timeline. I feel the last 9 months have been completely wasted for me due to a clerical error on their part.
Is there anyway I can request to be fast-tracked due to this mishap or am I at their mercy? My guess is that, since I'm dealing with the government, there is most likely absolutely nothing I can do. But if anyone has any insight or suggestions it would be much appreciated.
I was Tier 2'd from this bid back in June 2021. In my initial Tier 2 e-mail I was informed that "based on my MMPI-2 results, a Tier 2 evaluation is required." Within that same e-mail, they requested that I first get a neuropsychological evaluation due to a traumatic brain injury I sustained 15 years ago. I was also told that any expenses accrued would be out of my own pocket which I fully expected.
Fast forward to November 2021. I received an e-mail with the parameters of my neuropsych evaluation that the doctor needs to abide by. I found it strange that the parameters were for an ADD/ADHD testing series given the fact that I have no history of the disorder. I spoke to a number of neuropsychologists and was unable to secure an appointment within a reasonable time frame for a reasonable price. Recently, I found a FAA-approved neuropsychologist that gave me a reasonable price and could see me within a months time. She found the testing parameters odd as well and instructed me to double check with the FAA before moving forward with an appointment because there is quite a difference in pricing between the ADHD testing and full neuropsych workup. I checked in with my medical POC and I was told that they would check with their psychologist to make sure the parameters were correct.
Yesterday I received an e-mail stating that I actually do not need an evaluation done of any sort and that all I need to do is make a personal statement saying that there have been no changes in my medical or legal status. I was under the impression that this would finally take me out of the Tier 2 process and move me along to full clearance. However, that was not the case as I still need to meet with an evaluator to discuss my MMPI-2 (and most likely retake it). In the last e-mail I received from my medical POC, she mentions that the Tier 2 process has been "restarted" for me which is extremely discouraging in terms of any sort of timeline. I feel the last 9 months have been completely wasted for me due to a clerical error on their part.
Is there anyway I can request to be fast-tracked due to this mishap or am I at their mercy? My guess is that, since I'm dealing with the government, there is most likely absolutely nothing I can do. But if anyone has any insight or suggestions it would be much appreciated.
ClearanceClarence
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Yeah, that almost certainly won’t happen. There are tons of people who want the job and limited slots to the fill. The FAA isn’t going to just hold a spot for someone for a year.
There probably isn't anything you can do unless you want to seek congressional support.
OMGImFlying
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Has anyone that's been through their classes used the study guides on here? If so, did you find them beneficial?
simoviator
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I did for terminal and I found them helpful for studying during academics at the academy.
ATCJoyce20
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Awesome news! Congratulations.
Made a thread for us: Terminal - 05/03/2022 Terminal Basics
Congrats man, i have a feeling im coming up close
WhitticusFinch
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See you soon.
stonemalone99
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Just received a start date of 5/16 for en route basics. Gonna accept for now, but I might take a job for the FDIC if I get an offer for them (have a finance degree and background and had my interview)
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WaywardSon
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I'm glad to see one of our Tier 2s make it.
unwiselemon
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Are you saying your OKC reporting date is any date between June 7th and July 28th? It should only be a week, maybe two in between the end of basics and OKC. You’ll really just spend that time getting down to Oklahoma if you’re driving or waiting. If it’s more than a week you might have to hop on zoom for a couple of hours a day.
Edit: Never mind I just assumed you were an en route class and those dates weren’t adding up. Yeah that’s just a week between basics and OKC I think, you want have any other responsibilities besides getting ready to head to the academy for that week.
