Perfect Timing,
I've applied for a Cadetship as it's been something that I've wanted since sitting the Leaving Cert...three years ago.
I've had an indepth look at the recruitment process but there's a few things that I'm concerned about; and maybe you lot will be able to give me a better understanding of these:
I've recieved my PTI test date and it's in Cork; with the date and time pretty conveniant. I'm a fit guy; no trouble with sit ups or cardiovascular requirements (The running for 1.5 Miles in under 11 minutes). Now; the push ups on the other hand..
Is your body structure taken into account for this excercise? I have a large build, with a low body fat ratio; and I'm wondering will my build be taken into account for this requirement? Quite frankly some people taking this test will only weigh 8, 9 or 10 stone. I weigh 13, which makes the process much more difficult. I can only manage eight push ups and I have seven days until the test. Am I screwed? The requirement is 20.
I've heard that only 50 - 60 cadets are taken in each year. If the number of people that apply are any way equivalent to the numbers who apply for the Gardai; then the selection process must be quite precise in choosing who they want. Am I right with these figures?
Finally, I'm 19 years of age. Will my age be held against me?
Thanks in advance lads.
I've applied for a Cadetship as it's been something that I've wanted since sitting the Leaving Cert...three years ago.
I've had an indepth look at the recruitment process but there's a few things that I'm concerned about; and maybe you lot will be able to give me a better understanding of these:
I've recieved my PTI test date and it's in Cork; with the date and time pretty conveniant. I'm a fit guy; no trouble with sit ups or cardiovascular requirements (The running for 1.5 Miles in under 11 minutes). Now; the push ups on the other hand..
Is your body structure taken into account for this excercise? I have a large build, with a low body fat ratio; and I'm wondering will my build be taken into account for this requirement? Quite frankly some people taking this test will only weigh 8, 9 or 10 stone. I weigh 13, which makes the process much more difficult. I can only manage eight push ups and I have seven days until the test. Am I screwed? The requirement is 20.
I've heard that only 50 - 60 cadets are taken in each year. If the number of people that apply are any way equivalent to the numbers who apply for the Gardai; then the selection process must be quite precise in choosing who they want. Am I right with these figures?
Finally, I'm 19 years of age. Will my age be held against me?
Thanks in advance lads.
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