Post by: matt_k on August 05, 2004, 03:34:52 pm
Post by: Joey d on August 06, 2004, 12:48:04 am
Post by: Frank on August 06, 2004, 06:55:13 am
As soon as I hear (or if anyone else beat's me to it) about the cadetships for 2005 the details will be posted here asap.
Regards,
Frank.
Post by: matt_k on August 06, 2004, 04:15:26 pm
Post by: Ronan on August 14, 2004, 05:27:10 pm
Post by: StevieW on August 14, 2004, 05:29:52 pm
Post by: Joey d on October 13, 2004, 05:38:48 pm
| Quote (matt_k @ 05 Aug. 2004,15:34) |
| Does anyone know when the next cadet competition begins?? |
The military.ie website has been undated stating:
"Next Competition will be advertised in the National Media in January 2005."
Post by: matt_k on October 16, 2004, 07:56:39 pm
Post by: Joey d on October 17, 2004, 01:02:55 am
Post by: matt_k on October 19, 2004, 12:58:36 pm
Post by: futurepilot on October 21, 2004, 01:19:24 pm
Post by: matt_k on November 18, 2004, 11:21:46 am
Post by: futurepilot on November 18, 2004, 03:48:46 pm
Post by: Frank on January 05, 2005, 05:17:18 pm
It's nearly that time of year again, the Cadetships advertisements should be hitting the Sunday papers soon, the Sunday Independent is one paper I know of that runs the adverts.
The 2004 competition closed on 12th February so use that as a guide as to time.
Below are some links to information that is useful, all are on or through Military.ie but there's no harm having them here as well.
Defence Force Cadetships: http://www.military.ie/careers/cadetships.htm
Defence Forces Cadetships Assessment process: http://irisharmy.shlsolutions.net/Home.htm
(The assessment process page is broken down into 4 sections: Assessment Overview, Areas of Competency, Hints and Tips, Practice Tests)
Air Corps Cadetships: http://www.military.ie/careers/cadet_aircorps.htm
Conditions of Entry: http://www.military.ie/careers/cadet_coe.htm
Sample Application Form: http://www.military.ie/images/application%20forms/Air%20Corps.pdf
Good luck to all of you who apply. If any one has any questions or information to offer please post them here.
Regards,
Frank.
Post by: Morpheus on January 06, 2005, 09:34:25 am
Any change on the cadetship age limits from last years increase to under 27 ??
Post by: Joey d on January 15, 2005, 09:27:36 am
Application forms and governing conditions may be obtained by contacting:
Personnel Competitions Section,
Defence Forces Headquarters,
Infirmary Road, Dublin 7.
Telephone: 01-8042144/2149.
Fax: 01-8042412.
THE DEFENCE FORCES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
CANVASSING WILL DISQUALIFY.
Military.ie link
Post by: matt_k on January 17, 2005, 02:11:10 pm
I always thought that it was an interview that started the selection but having looked at the 'cadetships 2004' thread, one guy mentions that the fitness test is first..
Post by: Joey d on January 17, 2005, 05:56:27 pm
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Preliminary screening will commence in April 2005. The subsequent stages of the selection
procedure will commence in June 2005 (for Leaving Certificate candidates after completion of
the Leaving Certificate). Candidates, if selected, will be required to attend for the various
stages of the selection procedure on the dates and times notified. Candidates who fail to
attend for any stage of the selection procedure will be disqualified from participation in any
further stages of that competition.
a. Preliminary Screening Interviews
(1) Physical Fitness Test. In order to qualify for a Cadetship candidates will be
required to undergo a physical fitness test which is designed to assess their potential
to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the minimum
standard laid down in order to proceed in the competition.
(see Annex ‘A’ for details of the test).
(2) Preliminary Interview. Preliminary Interviews will be held at each of the centres
indicated on the application form, provided that there are a sufficient number of
candidates for each centre.
(3) Consent Form Authorisation. Candidates who are invited to attend before an
Interview Board will be required to complete and sign a Consent Form that, pursuant
to Section 8 of the Data Protection Act, 1988, will authorise the Garda
Síochána to furnish to the Defence Forces either, a statement that there are no
convictions recorded against a candidate, or a statement of convictions, as the case
may be. In the case of candidates under 18 years of age, his/her parent or guardian
shall be required to complete the Consent Form.
Note: Success at the preliminary screening entitles a candidate to proceed to the
next stage of the selection process.
b. Psychometric Tests / Group Assessment / Realistic Job Review
Candidates who are successful at the preliminary interview stage will be required to
attend at the Curragh, Co. Kildare for aptitude testing and to complete a personality
questionnaire. They will also be required to participate in a group assessment. The
Realistic Job Preview involves a familiarisation visit to the Cadet School at the Military
College, Curragh, Co. Kildare and informal interaction with instructional staff and Cadets.
All three components will be conducted on the one occasion.
c. Medical and Physical Examinations.
Candidates selected for final interview will be required to undergo and pass a detailed
medical examination which includes an audiometric test, x-rays, urine and blood tests.
d. Candidates who do not pass the medical examination owing to a medical condition that,
in the opinion of the Examining Medical Officer, is capable of being remedied by treatment,
may be afforded the opportunity of having the condition rectified within a specified
time. Such candidates will be required to submit medical evidence indicating that the condition
has been remedied. He/she may also be required to undergo a further medical
examination as determined by the Medical Officer. Medical fitness will not be confirmed
until the results of all tests are available to the Medical Officer.
e. The Final Interview.
Post by: matt_k on January 19, 2005, 04:44:04 pm
Also can anyone point me in the direction of good practice aptitude test websites?
Thanks guys...
Post by: Joey d on January 19, 2005, 05:12:36 pm
PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST
The physical fitness assessment is designed to test the candidate’s current level of physical fitness and
his/her capacity to undergo the rigours of military training.
It is composed of two aspects;
a. Aerobic endurance
Local muscular endurance
b. Components of physical fitness, consisting of body fat assessment, hand grip strength and
flexibility.
FORMAT OF TEST
Aerobic endurance
This is a pass or fail test. Candidates will be required to run one and a half miles within the time limit
below:
Males Females
11 mins 30 secs. 13 mins.
Local Muscular Endurance
This will be assessed using push-ups and sit-ups.
Males Females
Push-ups: (Minimum requirement) 20 20 (modified)
Sit-ups: (Minimum requirement) 20 20
If a candidate fails to meet any of the above minimum requirements, he/she will not be permitted to
proceed to the next stage of the competition.
Candidates will also undergo an assessment which includes three components of physical fitness as
follows:
Body Composition Assessment
This assesses the candidate’s percentage of body fat.The candidate will be subjected to a body/mass
index test.
Strength
Assessed using hard grip strength dynamometer which gives an indication of overall muscular
strength.
Flexibility
Assessed using various flexibility aids (hamstring and lower back flexibility).
All tests are conducted in sports gear. Candidates are advised to bring the following should they be
requested to attend: tracksuit, shorts, singlet/t-shirt, training shoes, towel, and wash gear etc.
Check up the link below
Online Cadet Brochure
Post by: matt_k on January 21, 2005, 02:37:32 pm
Post by: Ronan on January 21, 2005, 09:02:23 pm
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Post by: matt_k on January 22, 2005, 10:50:29 am
Hey Ronan, Are you applying for the 2005 competition??
Post by: Ronan on January 23, 2005, 02:46:42 pm
Post by: Joey d on January 23, 2005, 04:53:57 pm
Post by: alpha foxtrot 07 on January 24, 2005, 11:57:25 pm
Post by: matt_k on January 25, 2005, 05:46:59 pm
Post by: futurepilot on January 26, 2005, 05:52:45 pm
Post by: Ronan on January 26, 2005, 07:35:04 pm
I meant to do this a while ago but i just want to wish all those applying for the cadets this year the very best of luck and to say to all in the 2005 selection that we should all help each other out with advice through the year cos it`l make it a whole lot easier for us.
ronan
Post by: matt_k on January 28, 2005, 06:21:04 pm
Post by: Ronan on January 28, 2005, 09:26:01 pm
Post by: matt_k on January 29, 2005, 10:42:17 am
Post by: StevieW on January 30, 2005, 01:20:51 pm
Post by: matt_k on January 31, 2005, 04:51:14 pm
Post by: dangermouse on April 05, 2005, 11:41:01 am
Post by: dangermouse on April 05, 2005, 11:43:53 am
Post by: FMolloy on April 05, 2005, 02:55:40 pm
My last fitness test (a couple of years ago) was done out at the polo grounds in the Phoenix Park, you ran outside on the pitch.
Post by: Joey d on April 05, 2005, 03:10:10 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 08, 2005, 02:41:49 pm
Post by: Delta72 on April 15, 2005, 05:23:18 pm
Post by: alpha foxtrot 07 on April 15, 2005, 06:43:12 pm
i have been quite busy lately but i wanted to wish you all the best of luck in your quest to becomming an aer corps pilot.
like last year i will be happy to help in any way i can. i wont be as available as last year (i am flying cargo at night now) so bear with me on the replys.
regards
AF07
Post by: Joey d on April 15, 2005, 08:45:17 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 16, 2005, 10:34:18 am
Post by: Delta72 on April 16, 2005, 02:28:58 pm
And just out of interest are u guys in the rdf?
Post by: matt_k on April 16, 2005, 03:07:52 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 19, 2005, 12:10:28 pm
Post by: Delta72 on April 19, 2005, 02:13:58 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 20, 2005, 01:45:38 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 25, 2005, 01:48:19 pm
Does anybody know what types of questions will be asked??
Post by: Joey d on April 25, 2005, 07:12:15 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 26, 2005, 12:32:49 pm
Post by: Guinness on April 26, 2005, 07:08:06 pm
I hope to meet ya'll on the next RNLAF open days for a few "sneaky-ones
Guinness
Post by: Joey d on April 28, 2005, 01:33:56 pm
| Quote (matt_k @ 25 April 2005,13:48) |
| Has anyone done their interview yet?? Does anybody know what types of questions will be asked?? |
I had my interview, went ok I think.
I was asked how I displayed leadership/responsibility/worked in a team etc, basically what I wrote on the application.
Technical questions were about the plane that Ive hours in -how the engine works, the wing, and how the altimeter works.
Another question was to name four aircraft the Air Corps uses.
Post by: futurepilot on April 28, 2005, 02:54:07 pm
| Quote (Joey d @ 28 April 2005,13:33) |
| Another question was to name four aircraft the Air Corps uses. |
Thats a hard one
Glad to hear it went well.
Post by: Delta72 on April 29, 2005, 02:12:24 pm
Post by: matt_k on April 29, 2005, 06:33:16 pm
Post by: Joey d on April 29, 2005, 07:28:20 pm
| Quote (Delta72 @ 29 April 2005,14:12) |
| I thought the amount of hours u had wasnt that important?? |
Its not! He just used it as a way to work the technical questions into the conversation
Post by: Eddie Dillon on May 03, 2005, 10:34:38 am
Post by: matt_k on May 03, 2005, 10:49:31 am
Post by: Joey d on May 03, 2005, 12:43:41 pm
| Quote (Eddie Dillon @ 03 May 2005,10:34) |
| Hi guys, a newbie here. Got my interview on Friday. Wonder how many out of the 3-400 applications will make it past this stage? It's meant to be fairly similar for everyone, competencies - leadership, discipline/motivation, planning/organising, problem solving/decision making. Would that be right Joey? |
Its broken into four: leadership/responsibility; technical apptitude; motivation; leadership. You'll get marked out of those four, for this years IAC cadet competition.
As for the failure rate, it depends on the board, they could decide 50% pass rate or 75%, or some other figure.
Post by: matt_k on May 03, 2005, 03:58:30 pm
| Quote (Eddie Dillon @ 03 May 2005,01:34) |
| Hi guys, a newbie here. Got my interview on Friday. Wonder how many out of the 3-400 applications will make it past this stage? It's meant to be fairly similar for everyone, competencies - leadership, discipline/motivation, planning/organising, problem solving/decision making. Would that be right Joey? |
I was told that there were 256 applications this year for an Air Corps cadetship
Post by: futurepilot on May 03, 2005, 10:01:55 pm
Post by: matt_k on May 28, 2005, 04:22:43 pm
Post by: Joey d on May 29, 2005, 12:20:30 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on May 29, 2005, 04:14:58 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on June 03, 2005, 11:04:21 pm
Post by: Queenie on July 06, 2005, 11:28:46 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on July 07, 2005, 12:04:39 am
Post by: Queenie on July 07, 2005, 10:29:30 am
Post by: Joey d on July 07, 2005, 11:32:25 am
Post by: matt_k on July 07, 2005, 04:09:43 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on July 07, 2005, 05:43:50 pm
Post by: Ronan on July 07, 2005, 08:04:38 pm
got a letter on monday 3rd. im on next week.
well done joe. the very best of luck to ya.
Post by: Delta72 on July 07, 2005, 08:21:48 pm
I truely wish u´s the best.
Good Luck
Post by: Joey d on July 07, 2005, 09:13:26 pm
| Quote (Ronan @ 07 July 2005,20:04) |
| alright guys, got a letter on monday 3rd. im on next week. well done joe. the very best of luck to ya. |
Good to hear it Ronan! Best of luck! No doubt you'll do Miltown Malby proud!!!!
Post by: Queenie on July 07, 2005, 11:54:41 pm
Post by: Joey d on July 13, 2005, 02:44:49 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on July 13, 2005, 07:17:09 pm
Post by: Ronan on July 13, 2005, 10:59:55 pm
had my interview and related tests on monday. everything went well. to anyone that goes for it next year or later this week, its completely fine, everyone up there, interviewers, psychologist, etc were approachable and were there to help you. Its not stressful at all, and once your in there I found you`ll actually enjoy yourself in showing them what you have to offer the air corps.
so now the waiting game begins..
best of luck again joe, i know you`ll do great.
Post by: Delta72 on July 14, 2005, 03:14:39 pm
| Quote (Ronan @ 13 July 2005,12:59) |
| showing them what you have to offer the air corps. |
I´m goen 4 it nxt year, so any ideas wot a 6th year student has to offer?
Post by: Ronan on July 14, 2005, 06:59:06 pm
a sixth year (im just after doing it) could possibly have:
1. a good work ethic, a good focus on studies.
2. an ability to take, obey and follow orders.
3. be an effective organiser ( planning your study in a clear and concise manner, setting yourself attainable goals and striving to achieve them)
4. anything! everyone`s different!
from my experience in the competition so far, being yourself is the best way possible to do yourself justice. that way you`ll have no regrets about how you performed because all you can be is who you are.
all the best with the leaving this year (work from day one and it seriously takes the pressure off in may)
by the way if you are doing construction studies ; electricity, foundations, concrete, and the fireplace drawing are dead certs this year!!!! they didn`t come up for us at all
Post by: mark etty on July 17, 2005, 08:12:33 pm
i'm planning on applying for the cadetships next year,but i have a question.i recently got an eye test done and,alas,didn't meet the 6/9 standard(i'm 6/12 in one eye and 6/18 in the other).
i'm really disappointed by this and i'm wondering is there any "flexibility" in this requirement?
don't want to sound cocky but i think i meet every other requirement pretty well,i've been working on building up my fitness,relevant experience etc.
anybody know if i'm stil in with a chance?
cheers.
p.s great site frank,i've been a long time lurker!
Post by: Delta72 on July 17, 2005, 10:17:06 pm
Did u find it hard to concentrate on studying for the leaven, when u were doen fitness tests etc. just in the weeks b4 the exams??
Post by: Joey d on July 18, 2005, 01:23:49 pm
| Quote (mark etty @ 17 July 2005,20:12) |
| greetings all,a newbie here!! i'm planning on applying for the cadetships next year,but i have a question.i recently got an eye test done and,alas,didn't meet the 6/9 standard(i'm 6/12 in one eye and 6/18 in the other). i'm really disappointed by this and i'm wondering is there any "flexibility" in this requirement? don't want to sound cocky but i think i meet every other requirement pretty well,i've been working on building up my fitness,relevant experience etc. anybody know if i'm stil in with a chance? cheers. p.s great site frank,i've been a long time lurker! |
The only ones to go through the medical (as its so expensive) are the 6 or so potential cadets and a few reserves (in case the others fail). So its hard to know. Your best bet would be to ring the competitions section and ask if there's any flexibility.
Post by: mark etty on July 18, 2005, 06:58:31 pm
anyone else any ideas?
fingers crossed i'll get away with it!
Post by: Ronan on July 22, 2005, 06:47:45 pm
Post by: mark etty on August 13, 2005, 07:49:49 pm
as i said in a previous post i'm applyin next year for the 1st time,but worried about failing the eye test,anyone have any trouble there?
also,i've been wondering about laser surgery,it says in the conditions that applicants who have had previous incisional or laser eye surgery are excluded from eligibility,wonder why that is? i mean if its good enough for US special forces why not my beloved corps?!
best of luck to all you applicants!and keep up the good work frank!
Post by: Ronan on August 14, 2005, 06:22:09 pm
no word yet!!!!!
awaiting the results of the leaving cert at the mo
as for your query on laser surgery, etc. i just wouldn`t know the answer. however a quick ring to the cadetship competitions section next year would put you at ease.
slán.
Post by: PC9 on August 17, 2005, 05:14:11 pm
Post by: Joey d on August 17, 2005, 05:22:25 pm
Post by: PC9 on August 17, 2005, 08:09:06 pm
Phew!
Post by: mark etty on August 18, 2005, 12:00:33 am
hope you all got on well today,best of luck at cao time!
hopefully run into ya on the ramp in a few years eh?!
Post by: Ronan on August 18, 2005, 06:12:37 pm
Post by: Joey d on August 18, 2005, 08:33:00 pm
| Quote (Ronan @ 18 Aug. 2005,18:12) |
| no problem at all. leaving cert went very well, i got 555 points! |
Is that all?......and we had such high hopes that you'd get a good leaving cert....oh well
Ah only messin, well done!
Post by: Delta72 on August 21, 2005, 04:22:25 pm
| Quote (Ronan @ 18 Aug. 2005,08:12) |
| no problem at all. leaving cert went very well, i got 555 points! |
Dude that rocks, well done!
Post by: Eddie Dillon on August 21, 2005, 06:15:50 pm
Post by: Eddie Dillon on August 22, 2005, 11:04:53 pm
Post by: Joey d on August 22, 2005, 11:16:07 pm
| Quote (Eddie Dillon @ 22 Aug. 2005,23:04) |
| Well,any news off anyone??? |
Im a sub, I have a medical next week, so here's hoping that some guys/gals ahead of me will fail or opt out! Did you hear back from the army?
Post by: Eddie Dillon on August 22, 2005, 11:29:48 pm
Anyway, best of luck again!
Post by: matt_k on August 23, 2005, 04:24:17 pm
Post by: yossarian on August 23, 2005, 04:52:07 pm
yossarian
Post by: Ronan on August 23, 2005, 07:04:41 pm
well done on getting the subs. fingers cross you`ll be sprung from the bench in extra time!
as for me, i`ve received no word and therefore must presume the worst.
Post by: Joey d on September 04, 2005, 02:55:12 pm
Height/weight
Different measurements for reach etc as in the brochure
Urine test
Blood tests
Blood pressure
X-ray of lungs
ECG (Records electrical activity of the heart, checking for heart problems. Half a dozen electrodes are placed on your chest)
Audio test
Dental exam by dentist
EEG (records brain wave activity checking for neurologial problems such as epilepsy, 24 electrodes are hooked up to your head!)
Eye exam by an ophthalmologist
Finally a check by the chief air doctor.
Post by: Eddie Dillon on September 04, 2005, 06:16:55 pm
Post by: Joey d on November 22, 2005, 08:29:38 pm
Preliminary Interview:
Leadership/responsibility 20marks
Motivation 20marks
Team Player 20marks
Tech aptitude 20marks
Stress tolerance 20marks
Final Interview:
Leadership/responsibility 20marks
Tech aptitude 20marks
Motivation 15marks
Communication 15marks
Team Player 10marks
Maturity 10marks
Stress tolerance 10marks
Plus any extras (degree etc)