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Post by Amanjee on Feb 22, 2005 10:43:36 GMT -5
Take up a hobby!!! No really, I understand how frustrating the time period can be....I've waited 5 month for my interview, passed and am now waiting for my sercuirty...uugghhh! Try to set up some ride-alongs with your local RCMP, do things that are constructive, organize your stuff since your going to be gone for 6 months, start sorting and sifting through everything... Waiting is half the battle of the application process... Good luck and keep us posted!!! Good News, Got the letter today that my background check has started. Hopefully within the next couple months it will be completed and I can begin training!!! Any advice on how to make the waiting less painful? El Ray |
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Post by RyanSales on Feb 22, 2005 13:54:26 GMT -5
Best piece of advice I can give you while waiting is to continually work on self-improvement.
Between hitting the gym 4-5 times per week (which you should be doing), getting your life to a point where you can financially and socially leave for 6 months, and improving on things such as communication and decision making skills, you should be very busy!
Good luck with the rest of your process,
RY
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Post by El Ray on Feb 23, 2005 11:58:27 GMT -5
Thanks for the replies Amanjee and RY,
I have been working out everyday and keeping myself busy with some part-time jobs so things are looking good.
A few questions for you Ryan. I am wondering about the expenses at Depot, I know it says you need about $4600 throughout the training, is this an accurate number and what is this going towards?
Thanks for your help, I would be really interested in hearing some of your own personal experiences. I don't know anyone who is currently serving in the RCMP. Take care and thanks again.
El Ray
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Post by Amanjee on Feb 23, 2005 13:13:12 GMT -5
I can try to help you with that: (although you didn't ask  ) When my husband was at Depot, he spent just under 4000.00...a bulk of this going to "entertainment/things to do". Having spare time on weekends, he and a few troops mates made the most of it and went and saw Regina....yup, there isn't much, but they saw some things!.... things like going for dinner, renting a truck, gas. Plus he spent money on cleaning supplies for his dorm and clothes that he bought for his own interest (lucky me I got a sweatshirt!). A big chunk of the expense was due to the fact that he flew home once on a long weekend, so the plane ticket was included in the price. With his experience from what he has told me, people can spend anywhere from 3-5 k....all depends on what you want to do with spare time etc. Thanks for the replies Amanjee and RY, I have been working out everyday and keeping myself busy with some part-time jobs so things are looking good. A few questions for you Ryan. I am wondering about the expenses at Depot, I know it says you need about $4600 throughout the training, is this an accurate number and what is this going towards? Thanks for your help, I would be really interested in hearing some of your own personal experiences. I don't know anyone who is currently serving in the RCMP. Take care and thanks again. El Ray |
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Post by redcoatjohn on Feb 24, 2005 1:31:54 GMT -5
I am an applicant in "E" Division. My timeline is as follows
NOV 13 WROTE RPAT
DEC 13 GOT PACKAGE BEFORE RESULTS
DEC14TH GOT RESULTS [GOOD SCORE]
PARE JAN 25TH 3:33 [NO PENALTIES]
PACKAGE IN JAN 25TH
INTERVIEW MARCH 10TH
If anyone out there is in the same boat. give me an email johny12321@telus.net
does anyone have an idea how long it takes to go to regina from when your suitability is done.
i guess if i pass my recruiter will tell me this. i am just so anxuious. thanks johny
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Post by Caper1 on Feb 24, 2005 11:46:20 GMT -5
I am in H Division, Nova Scotia. I went through both interviews (suitability/security) on the same day.
You will find out immediatly following your interview if you passed or if you were denied movement forward in the recruitment process.
I had both interviews in late September, and I have just recieved the news this week that my BI is complete and I will be going to Depot in March.
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Post by journey2cps-redux on Feb 24, 2005 12:35:03 GMT -5
On average it ususally about 6-8 months from interviews (both of them) to depot, but I've heard of as quick as 2 months, to as long as 12 ...
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Post by redcoatjohn on Feb 24, 2005 20:35:12 GMT -5
Casper and journey, thanks for the info. it is much help.
Casper congratulations are in order for you making it into the depot@ regina. i hope to make it there soon. i am an auxiliary constable right now and have been for about a year. being an a/cst has been an ureal expieience on its own. But also a tease as it does not come with a red surge and a paycheck and an unbelieivable career. well wish me the best guys March 10th is the big suitability interview.
ps. casper waht is you age if you dont mind my asking?
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Post by Caper1 on Feb 25, 2005 21:17:08 GMT -5
Who is Casper? lol
If you meant me, I am 22 years old. Will be 23 in June.
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Post by Guest from Ontario on Feb 28, 2005 12:43:26 GMT -5
The waiting is the hardest part. My info session was in January 2004 and now I'm just waiting for my phonecall. Everything is done and my file is going t the HSO this week to be signed, then they have to book my date and call me. It get's pretty stressfull if you don't keep yourself occupied. I'm averaging checking my phone messages about 10 times a day when I'm at work...just in case. Anyway, I am expecting a date sometime in April or early May. Hopefully I'll see some of you there. |
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Post by El Ray on Mar 2, 2005 17:30:22 GMT -5
Hi Everybody!
Just wondering for all you applicants out there who have been through the BGI. How long were your BGI's, from the time you got the letter (and what Div were you in?).
Thanks, keep on truckin'
El
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Post by Amanjee on Mar 2, 2005 19:19:08 GMT -5
Just thought I would post that I passed the Security Interview today!!!....man, what a relief. I've got nothing to hide, but it is a bit nerve racking anyway! I was told my file (E div) won't go to a field investigator for about 4 weeks and then it would start "in and around there"....mine has to be sent back to Toronto and here in BC, so it may take some time. I was told though that once the BGI starts, they are given a 30 day diary date....give or take depending on the ability to contact certain sources etc. Good luck... Hi Everybody! Just wondering for all you applicants out there who have been through the BGI. How long were your BGI's, from the time you got the letter (and what Div were you in?). Thanks, keep on truckin' El |
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Post by Guest from Ontario on Mar 3, 2005 21:52:36 GMT -5
I've been waiting for this!!! My COMPLETE timeline:
January 2004- Info session
February 2004- RPAT
May 2004- Got the package
May 2004- First PARE (3min 52sec)
June 2004-Submitted package
July 2004- Both interviews back-to-back
October 2004-Back Ground Investigation
January 2005- Medical, dental, psych
February 2005- Final PARE (3min 25 sec)
March3rd 2005- Got my call...
April 10th 2005-Leave for Depot
I know there are lots of you out there, some trying for the first time and others on the second or third. I know it's bitter sweet hearing this from someone who just got thier date...but don't give up. This is what you want and it's worth every agonizing second you waited for it!! Keep it up and most of all, don't loose HOPE! ;D
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Post by journey2cps-redux on Mar 7, 2005 21:33:22 GMT -5
My K Div timeline is as follows:
Round 2
June 04 - Info Session
Aug 04 - RPAT (Need a 3.80 or higher for a package)
Sept 27 - Results (4.24 RPAT, 60.50 Cons, 276.88 Combined)
Oct 4 - Package received (Due Nov 17th)
Nov 10 - PARE - 4:03
Nov 17th - Package submitted
Early Dec - Sent in updated med info (knee surgery)
Feb 18th - Letter stating I'm at the interview stage
Mar 14th - Interview scheduled
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Post by Caper1 on Mar 8, 2005 13:56:22 GMT -5
"Guest from Ontario"...I am heading to Depot on March 13th from H Division (Nova Scotia). I will be a member of Troop 34! It look like we are in the same troop.
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