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Date Posted: 18:55:06 02/16/08 Sat
Author: Canadian eh? You betcha!
Subject: This is how they do it in Canada, if you want to know.

If you ask Paul who is eligible for working ATC in both US and Canada, he may remember me.

Applying with NAV Canada is just the plan B for me, as I heard, I am in the MN state hiring panel already, but no interview date yet.

So I just came back from the Nav Canada ATC test, it is similar with AT-SAT, but the Canadian one not computer based (fill in bubble sheets). So there is no "alphabetic factory" section.

Also the Canadian one does not have any aviation related sections, so there is no ATC radar thingy. However they have a short reading section.

It cost me CAN$210 to take the test, it is not free as AT-SAT.

Following is the email they sent me well before the test, it is informative, only if FAA give emails like this.


Dear Mr. Canadian eh? You betcha!
Candidate #: 91210

Thank you for your interest in pursuing career opportunities with NAV CANADA.
We encourage you to consult the NAV CANADA website
at the following address:
http://atsrecruitment.navcanada.ca
for more information.

This letter is to notify you that aptitude testing for Air Traffic
Controller and Flight Service Specialist trainee positions will take place
in the following area(s) in your province. Please note, you are able to
write the tests in the language of your choice. The instructions, during
the session, will be presented in English only. Here are the dates and
times:

Vancouver
Morning Session ¡V English

Saturday, February 16th 2008
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Westin Grande
433 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC
Room: Allegro

Afternoon Session ¡V English

Saturday, February 16th 2008
1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Westin Grande
433 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC
Room: Allegro

THE TESTING SESSION

The testing session includes a series of aptitude and ability tests as
well as a behavioral work styles questionnaire. The testing session will
last approximately 4-5 hours. Candidates who have selected both ATC and
FSS positions will complete the same tests.

The tests are standardized and measure specific aspects of your aptitudes
and personality. The measured aptitudes include verbal evaluation,
numerical estimation, diagramming, spatial reasoning, and audio checking.
The tests are widely used in aviation and other related fields, and the
aptitudes they measure have all been shown to be relevant to Air Traffic
Services positions. Since these are standardized tests, the content does
not require specific knowledge of Air Traffic Services. All of the
aptitude tests are timed, and it is important to note that very few
applicants complete all of the items on the tests within the given
timeframe.

PLEASE NOTE: It is not current policy of SHL and NAV CANADA to provide
candidates with additional information or feedback relating to the
assessment process. This is due to the complexity of the scoring process,
the large quantity of candidates tested, and the need to maintain the
integrity of the process.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE TESTING SESSION:

- A fee of 210.00 ($200 + applicable taxes), payment can be made via
money order, certified cheque, or bank draft only, payable to NAV CANADA.
- No cash, personal cheques or credit cards will be accepted. (Please
ensure that your name, complete mailing address, and candidate number are
clearly identified on your payment.)
- PLEASE NOTE: test fees are non-refundable.
- Valid Photo identification. (If you do not bring both the testing fee
and your photo identification, you will not be admitted to the testing
session.)
- A copy of your resume.
- Your Candidate Number.

PREPARATION

In preparation for the testing session, we suggest the following:

Before the session:
- Ensure that you get a good night's sleep.
- Give yourself plenty of time to get to the session and be on time; no
candidates can enter the room once testing has started.
- If you have a disability that you feel would affect your test
performance or have specific accessibility requirements, contact SHL prior
to the testing session in order to ensure proper arrangements are made.

At the session:
- Listen carefully to instructions.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions during the introductory segment of
each test.
- Read each question carefully before answering.
- Work quickly and accurately; remember that the tests are timed.

CONFIRMATION OF TESTING ATTENDANCE

Please note that you must confirm your attendance at the testing session
by completing the information below and forwarding this email to our
office BEFORE the deadline stated below. THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF
SEATS AND SESSIONS ARE FILLED IN THE ORDER THAT RESPONSES ARE RECEIVED.
Once we receive the confirmation form, we will confirm by e-mail that you
are scheduled for the session that you indicated on the form. If you do
not receive this e-mail, please contact our office.

If you are unable to attend this testing session, but wish to remain an
active applicant, please indicate this on the form and forward it back to
SHL at the Ottawa office. Otherwise, we will assume that you are no longer
interested in pursuing these opportunities and your candidacy will be
withdrawn.

THE INTERVIEW

Your test results will be reviewed soon after the testing session. You
will be notified of your assessment status within 2-4 weeks. Applicants
who are successful will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Thank you again for your interest in these challenging opportunities; if
you have any questions regarding the testing process, please contact SHL -
NAV CANADA Recruitment in Ottawa at (613) 569-1110, or by email at
navcan@shlgroup.com.

SHL - NAV CANADA Recruitment

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

In order to confirm your attendance, please complete this form and reply
to: navcan@shlgroup.com.
*There are a limited number of seats and sessions are filled on a first
come first serve basis.

First Name:
Last Name:
Candidate Number:
E-Mail Address:
Telephone Number:

Please X the following:
I am 18 years of age (or older) []
I have a high school diploma (or equivalent) []
I am legally eligible to work in Canada []
I am available for training within next 18 months []
I would like to write the tests in: English [] French []
Position: ATC [] / FSS [] / BOTH []

I understand that I will not be provided with any feedback after the
testing session []

Please identify your preferred testing session by marking X in the
appropriate space:

Vancouver (Please reply before 11:30a.m. (E.S.T), 2/12/2008)

Morning Session ¡V English

Saturday, February 16th 2008
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Westin Grande
433 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC
Room: Allegro

Afternoon Session ¡V English

Saturday, February 16th 2008
1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Westin Grande
433 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC
Room: Allegro

I am unable to attend but please retain my application and advise me of
the next testing session in my province/territory. []

TESTING FEE:
I will bring to the testing session, a certified cheque, money order or
bank draft for the amount of 210.00 ($200 + applicable taxes) payable to
NAV CANADA. []

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