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Written Test: Passed (97%)
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Pre-Employment Forms: Completed
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Drug Test: Completed
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Originally posted by TPA3312 View PostThat's a lot of questions. Some of them are interesting and some are laughable. Have you tried asking them on the HonorFirst.com forum? Over there they have a lot more active BPAs and people in the academy.
But, I am on dialup and everything on the net takes forever for me to do. I'm doing searches there too for what I can find relevant to my questions.
EDIT: found info on the room size and "taking care of business" partApplied - 03/06/09
Tested - 04/11/09 - passed 94 - compressed
E-qip - 04/18/09 - and forms mailed
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Originally posted by BPA2Be View PostI got a 140 on my LSAT back in 07 but then I just decided to focus on Border Patrol, Good luck man, actually having taken the LSAT and the GRE prepared me for the BPA Test
I'm thinking about taking the Sept. 26 LSAT. The prep. course starts mid. June and ends right before the test sometime in Sept. I just don't know if it'll be a wise choice to drop $1,100. Looking at my timeline, do you think it'll be safe to go ahead and take the class?United States Border Patrol
08/2009 - Tentative Scheduling Unit.
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Originally posted by Atomic Tofu View PostHi guys...
Long time lurker
I'm waiting on my initial call ins, medical/oral...
I have some questions hopefully some can answer.
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To start...guys like madchicken, shu, solohammer...can you tell me if the MASS majority of the Border Patrol are like you guys? I would say I gravitate towards this "type". I am looking for a career where everyone, or a majority are like me...that is...work is work, get to it and no slacking off. I'm fairly "youngish" in the scheme of life, but almost an old timer for the federal age requirement (I'll be 36 this year). I am considered crotchety by most in the work place...but, there is a time and place for everything.
So 90%+? I hope so.
Secondly...dorm life.
I am a vegetarian and I work out an appreciable amount. I consume my food on the 2-3 hours cycle. I know our meals are provided for us...BUT...would we have access to the kitchen? I would like to have use of a blender to make my protein smoothies, is this possible? I don't require it, as I can just use my shaker cups, but was just curious.
On the dorms - They are two person units...can anyone tell me the up-to-date make up and dimensions of the dorms? 12x12? Does it have it's own bathroom or do we take care of business somewhere else? Do the rooms have mini fridges we can use?Also, our roommates, how is that decided? Do WE pick who we share rooms with or do the instructors? I don't really care who I room with, just hope it will be harmonius.
When we are in class to learn our academics, may we bring some snack/meals?
PT - watching the provided videos, I notice everyone in the same tshirt and shorts, do we all wear the same thing in class (i know we will eventually be wearing our uniforms right) AND during pt?
Exercise and the gym - we can exercise and run extra anytime we want? I'd like to hit the gym for some strength conditioning and additional running if I need it.
And...as far as PT. I know the instructors vary as to what they like to do, but are there guys who train in strength and explosiveness and ones who train in endurance? I know there are likely combinations here and there but merely curious on this latter question.Oh, and if/when I get there...I'll help any and all who need the strength conditioning.
Thanks guys. I hope to successfully pass all my steps and join in on what I had my eye on a few years ago...but simply missed out on because of familial influences.
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yes yes, thanks so much Solo...it appears some info varies and I am wondering if it is from updated rules or from academy locations. I'll learn when I'm there...hopefully
oh, and I'd like to add...about the crotchety stuff. I'm a team player, or at least want to be. I am hoping the Border Patrol is full of people who carry their own weight. The public or commercial sector is tiresome with overweight (not to offend) and slacker types. If the people that make up the Border Patrol are like my brother, "it's all good". My brother was going to do extradition for DHS but stayed in military. He's a LT Commander flying C-9s. Gotta love it
The 90% thing was based on this thread...I noticed some posters coming off as "punks". Forums may not be the absolute judge of character, but they can be a good indicator, which I'm hoping would prove me wrong (things like this I don't like to be right about). I'm hoping a great majority is like my brother or some of the more mature and strict posters.Applied - 03/06/09
Tested - 04/11/09 - passed 94 - compressed
E-qip - 04/18/09 - and forms mailed
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Originally posted by Atomic Tofu View Postyes yes, thanks so much Solo...it appears some info varies and I am wondering if it is from updated rules or from academy locations. I'll learn when I'm there...hopefully
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Originally posted by AlcatrazT2 View PostWell, it looks like I'm going to be taking an LSAT prep course as a backup plan.
I've been in the security office since the beginning of March and no news as of yet.
I'm guessing I won't hear anything by October so preparing and taking the Sept. 26 LSAT test for law school admission might be a good plan.
Any ideas? I have a feeling once I sign up and enroll in the prep. course, I'm going to hear from someone.
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TSU: 04/24/09
EOD: 10/12/09, Sierra Blanca, TX
Resigned: 10/28/09
Reapplied: 07/29/11
NOR: 08/24/11, 5 & 7 @ 93 (no Vet pref)
TSL1: 12/16/11, forms sent
PFT1: scheduled for 02/03/12
Oral Board: scheduled for 02/03/12
CBPO Status
Applied: 06/24/11
Written: 07/21/11
NOR: 08/30/11, 5 & 7 @ 94 (no Vet pref)
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Originally posted by AlcatrazT2 View PostThanks brother!
I'm thinking about taking the Sept. 26 LSAT. The prep. course starts mid. June and ends right before the test sometime in Sept. I just don't know if it'll be a wise choice to drop $1,100. Looking at my timeline, do you think it'll be safe to go ahead and take the class?
As for the person above me, I would disagree, while the Investigator may contact you soon, there's no harm in keeping your options open for your futureBPA:
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Medical Exam: Completed
Drug Test: Completed
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Oral Board: Completedhttp://img339.imageshack.us/img339/6315/dancing.gif
Background Investigation: Completed
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Written Test: Passed (80%)
Oral Interview: Passed 07/14/09
Paperwork Sent In And No Idea When I'll Get An Answer
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Keeping options open is a great thing to do. However, do not do the LSAT class because you think your BPA process has stalled. If you sign up for the course, will they refund the cost if you cancel before the class starts? If yes, you may want to enroll then cancel if your BI goes well.BPA Status
TSU: 04/24/09
EOD: 10/12/09, Sierra Blanca, TX
Resigned: 10/28/09
Reapplied: 07/29/11
NOR: 08/24/11, 5 & 7 @ 93 (no Vet pref)
TSL1: 12/16/11, forms sent
PFT1: scheduled for 02/03/12
Oral Board: scheduled for 02/03/12
CBPO Status
Applied: 06/24/11
Written: 07/21/11
NOR: 08/30/11, 5 & 7 @ 94 (no Vet pref)
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Originally posted by Section8 View PostKeeping options open is a great thing to do. However, do not do the LSAT class because you think your BPA process has stalled. If you sign up for the course, will they refund the cost if you cancel before the class starts? If yes, you may want to enroll then cancel if your BI goes well.BPA:
Written Test: Passed (97%)
Reactivated Feb 09
Pre-Employment Forms: Completed
Qualifications: Qualified GL-7
Medical Exam: Completed
Drug Test: Completed
Fitness: Completed
Oral Board: Completedhttp://img339.imageshack.us/img339/6315/dancing.gif
Background Investigation: Completed
IEA ICE
Written Test: Passed (80%)
Oral Interview: Passed 07/14/09
Paperwork Sent In And No Idea When I'll Get An Answer
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Originally posted by SHU View PostYou have to start working out a lot harder, today. I went through the academy last year. In my PT class we had days when we did well over 100 in addition to many other types of cals. Not every day but you will have those days. But we never did more than 25 as far as the count went. We would just go to 12 and start over again or start at negative 25 and go to 24 then start over again at negative 25. At 15-20 push ups you do not have the upper body strength to successfully complete the academy and you are predisposed to injury due to your current lack of upper body strength. The PT instructors will make your life miserable if you show up at your current level of fitness. Start today if you really want this job. Excuses are not an option at this point. If you do not get stronger before you go to the academy you probably will not make it. I'm not telling you this to put you down. I'm trying to save you from injury and the misery you will endure at the academy. Check out the link. This program works fast and its free. All you have to do is bust your tail and make it happen. Don't tell me you are too thin or to fat. That is just an excuse. No more excuses. Start pushing.
http://www.100pushups.info/
They also have one for 200 sit-ups, and 200 squats. If you don't have the time to get to the gym, or the money for equipment, you could do a lot worse. All of these programs are going to give you a lot of strength. I also started the http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml program, which is called the couch to 5k program. I know that these things alone will likely not yield all of the conditioning for the BP Academy, but they will get you in the right direction. I am not an Agent, so I don't know what specifically the Academy holds for you, but these are great places to start getting in shape, and they are free!Originally Posted by Law100
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Originally posted by SHU View PostYou have to start working out a lot harder, today. I went through the academy last year. In my PT class we had days when we did well over 100 in addition to many other types of cals. Not every day but you will have those days. But we never did more than 25 as far as the count went. We would just go to 12 and start over again or start at negative 25 and go to 24 then start over again at negative 25. At 15-20 push ups you do not have the upper body strength to successfully complete the academy and you are predisposed to injury due to your current lack of upper body strength. The PT instructors will make your life miserable if you show up at your current level of fitness. Start today if you really want this job. Excuses are not an option at this point. If you do not get stronger before you go to the academy you probably will not make it. I'm not telling you this to put you down. I'm trying to save you from injury and the misery you will endure at the academy. Check out the link. This program works fast and its free. All you have to do is bust your tail and make it happen. Don't tell me you are too thin or to fat. That is just an excuse. No more excuses. Start pushing.
http://www.100pushups.info/
Originally posted by pappabacon View PostAre you going to become an instructor Solohammer?BPA:
Written Test: Passed (97%)
Reactivated Feb 09
Pre-Employment Forms: Completed
Qualifications: Qualified GL-7
Medical Exam: Completed
Drug Test: Completed
Fitness: Completed
Oral Board: Completedhttp://img339.imageshack.us/img339/6315/dancing.gif
Background Investigation: Completed
IEA ICE
Written Test: Passed (80%)
Oral Interview: Passed 07/14/09
Paperwork Sent In And No Idea When I'll Get An Answer
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