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We have pilots from tugs, cargo, tankers, dredges, the AK Marine Highway, NOAA, USCG, etc.  \nI saw that there are new background check procedures. Approximately how long will this new process take?  \n1-2 days once you submit the request to the ClearChecks website. (Be sure to request a copy of the report is sent [to seapa.training@gmail.com](to seapa.training@gmail.com))  \nWhat if I've only worked at two companies, are two letters from former employers going to suffice?  \nWe've changed the requirements on the reference letters from previous application periods. You now need three letters, with at least one of those reference letters from either a current employer representative or immediately previous employer representative, i.e. vessel Captain, or HR Manager, Port Captain, etc. who can testify to the work ethic, interpersonal awareness, and adaptability in the team environment of the applicant.  \nSo, only one letter from an employer is required.  \nIs March 2025 the only time for me to take the exam? I am not eligible/available then. What is the outlook for recruitment in SEAPA in the future?  \nThere is a very high likelihood that we will be holding more entrance exams periodically in the future. We have retirements coming up and more cruise ships expected.  \nShould I apply once per year?  \nYou can only apply when we open the application process, as announced on our website.  \nWhat is the deadline for completing the Physical agility exam and must this be completed in Seattle?  \nThe physical exam must be completed prior to your sim exam date. We will be providing details and logistics to Candidates who pass the written exam, but we are expecting that the physical exams will be completed the day before your sim exam.  \nWhat is the maximum age limit to become a federal pilot, assuming one passes the exam.  \nThere is no age limit for the state Pilot license, but you will have to check with USCG for Federal Pilot requirements.  \nAre there any exceptions for a green card holder with 5 years of piloting experience outside the U.S. who will become a citizen within 2 years?  \nSorry, no. You must be a US citizen win a USCG license in order to apply.  \nHow many years of sailing experience are you looking for? I just upgraded to Chief Mate after three and half years of sailing as a Mate. Is this enough sea time to apply?  \nThere is no seatime requirement, just the license requirement.  \nCan I take the exam even if I don’t have all the requirements to be admitted in the program? To be familiar with it in the future.  \nNo, you cannot take the exam until you are qualified to apply  \nHow many candidates is SEAPA taking on this exam period? Is there a specific number of people that SEAPA is looking to accept at the end of this exam?  \nEveryone who passes the simulator exam will be placed on a list of accepted Candidates. We will offer training positions to the first four trainees immediately in the spring of 2025. After that, it depends on the needs of SEAPA, but we examine our staffing needs twice a year.  \nExam & Preparation  \nHow much will the exam cost? 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