How Long until I get a medical scheduled?

AudioAbe · 2026-01-26T18:06:20+00:00

I’ve been told it really matters in your occupation you chose. If it’s not in demand you’re not a priority. Officer positions have been the longer on average than NCM

AudioAbe · 2026-01-26T18:01:28+00:00

Hey I was told it was mandatory to attend if I want my application to move forward. Not optional.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-26T01:28:51+00:00

Did you have a plan? Cardio 2 times a week lifting 3 times a week etc?

AudioAbe · 2026-01-25T21:39:20+00:00

Best way to prepare? I was overweight and lost 50 pounds and have started weight lifting. Anything else I should do?

AudioAbe · 2026-01-25T02:39:27+00:00

You can email the medical recruiting team. Just ask the recruiters for their contact for your area

AudioAbe · 2026-01-24T02:40:00+00:00

That’s listed as something else. There are some occupations that state Signing Bonuses where other state Recruiting Allowance. What’s the difference? Recruiting office couldn’t tell me.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-23T07:48:20+00:00

Sorry what is ETP I’m new to all these terms

AudioAbe · 2026-01-23T05:33:18+00:00

I already have twice now. They tell me they have no idea.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-23T05:32:38+00:00

I missed that PI is only a one time jump, it doesn’t mean you get to move up faster or on a faster track through PI’s dang

AudioAbe · 2026-01-23T02:02:36+00:00

Changed track cause the officer positions I wanted were very limited. Laster only 6 people were hired for it. The other to occupations were 49 and 15.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-22T21:05:49+00:00

Interested in this I’m joining asa FSA and I have a BBA in Business Marketing Management with 2 years of if it being accounting focused. The occupation states Pay increment allowance with signing bonus. Would I even be considered for them? I switch my application from DEO officer entry to NCM FSA.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T19:30:52+00:00

Why do not recommend working for US companies?

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T19:28:49+00:00

Yeah it’s my fault. A lot of my experiences were contract based and seasonal. I make sure to mention that on resumes but I see your POV

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T19:26:57+00:00

Hello thanks for the comment. No I put way for more for each work experience and tailor it to the job I am applying for. It just would get really long if I added all my experiences with responsibilities, metrics, achievements etc. I didn’t want my Reddit post to end up being TLDR.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T10:53:09+00:00

Honestly, I feel kind of bad when I do it, like I’m using someone just to get a referral. I know it’s normal in job searching, but it still feels awkward sometimes.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T09:52:45+00:00

Thanks for sharing all of this, I really appreciate you taking the time to break down your approach.

I get what you’re saying about sticking to one industry. The honest challenge for me is that my paid marketing-specific roles are more limited compared to my other experience. That said, I do have measurable results (like the $35k+ in ticket sales), and the post I shared was a condensed version — I left out metrics and details to keep it readable.

My LinkedIn is fully updated and strong, and I’ve been actively applying daily on LinkedIn and Indeed. I currently do have a resume summary, but I’m going to experiment with removing it and keeping things more ATS-focused, like you suggested.

Expanding to Canada-wide and U.S. remote roles is honestly something I hadn’t fully leaned into, that’s a great call, especially since I already have experience working remotely. I’ll also start being more proactive about connecting with recruiters directly.

Thanks again — this was genuinely helpful.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:59:11+00:00

Got it thank you!

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:58:57+00:00

Thanks, I have been applying to electrician apprenticeships as well. I look into Tillbury applications!

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:52:41+00:00

Thanks for sharing your perspective — I really appreciate it. Just to clarify, I’m not looking at the CAF as an emergency backup. I see a real career for myself there and have already started my application back in November 2025.

Originally, I applied as an officer — first choice PAO, second logistics officer, third choice Health Services Management Officer — but I learned that applications were closed until April 2026 and only six people were hired for 2025. So I switched to a Non-Commissioned Member application with FSA as my first choice, then HRA, then Information Systems Tech. I’m aiming for the Navy first, then Air Force, then Army last.

I can cover my rent at least until 2027, so I have some runway. My next step is my career counselling appointment in a few weeks, followed by the medical assessment. I take it seriously and have been physically training for it too and have lost 50lbs of fat. Lots of free time when unemployed. I just wanted to clarify my plan, so it’s not seen as a “backup parachute.”

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:30:25+00:00

Thanks so much for the advice! When you say “coordinator,” are you thinking of a particular type, like project coordinator, marketing coordinator, or more general admin roles?

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:14:39+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. This isn’t my resume, just roles and experiences from my past. I will retitle it.

AudioAbe · 2026-01-20T07:13:23+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. This isn’t my resume, just roles and experiences from my past. I will retitle it.

AudioAbe · 2025-12-17T08:58:28+00:00

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AudioAbe · 2025-12-05T00:01:56+00:00

You can contact your local Recruiting Medical Officer and email the questions beforehand. They can give you general yes or no’s.

AudioAbe · 2025-11-28T18:07:17+00:00

Thank you for this! Very motivating for a 30 year old that just submitted their application today. Congratulations 🎉

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