College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[Jupiter&Wolfe]

Thanks for the responses, guys!

 

[Pirate Me]

Could someone explain to me how the college part of the program works out? You have to take a semester off, right? And do they offer credits at the same time? Also, are all of the programs relatively the same length of time?

Thank you!

 

[Joanna71985]

Could someone explain to me how the college part of the program works out? You have to take a semester off, right? And do they offer credits at the same time? Also, are all of the programs relatively the same length of time?

Thank you!

I was able to get credit for my first 2 CPs. So I was able to stay a FT student, and I didn't really lose that much school time. It all depends on your school.

And the length of the CP are 5 months (Spring- Jan to May/Fall- Aug to early Jan) and just under 8 months (Spring Advantage- Jan to Aug/Fall Advantage- May/June to early Jan).

 

[psherman42]

Can CPs work at Wide World of Sports, specifically QSFB? I think it would be cool to pick up a shift there during the Old Spice Classic but again, is that even possible?

 

[graygables]

Can CPs work at Wide World of Sports, specifically QSFB? I think it would be cool to pick up a shift there during the Old Spice Classic but again, is that even possible?

My DD picked up QSFB shifts during her CP (and she was in merch). Don't know if that still holds true, but I would think so.

 

[Joanna71985]

Can CPs work at Wide World of Sports, specifically QSFB? I think it would be cool to pick up a shift there during the Old Spice Classic but again, is that even possible?

If there are shifts available, and don't require special training

My DD picked up QSFB shifts during her CP (and she was in merch). Don't know if that still holds true, but I would think so.

It's still possible (especially so for merch, as both are MATRA trained). Many QSFB shifts don't require special training, so anyone can pick them up

 

[chattgirl509]

Hi! I am arriving on sep.7 is anyone else and does anyone need a roommate?

 

[psherman42]

If there are shifts available, and don't require special training



It's still possible (especially so for merch, as both are MATRA trained). Many QSFB shifts don't require special training, so anyone can pick them up

Thank you so much.

 

[grlwonder]

I've heard that people doing the CP got to sign up for classes ahead of time before their program started. I've always heard that once you're there you can sign up for them. Do they always let people sign up ahead of time?

 

[Joanna71985]

Thank you so much.

You're welcome!

 

[ipodluvr287]

Hey guys. I know a lot of roles also get trained in PAC in addition to their normal role. Which roles usually also get trained in PAC?

 

[swimmingneno]

Lets say I was working in attractions. what extra shifts would i be able to pick up? (strollers, PAC....)

 

[Joanna71985]

Hey guys. I know a lot of roles also get trained in PAC in addition to their normal role. Which roles usually also get trained in PAC?

Attractions is the main role, for all 4 parks. At MK, you also have Main Entrance (turnstyles) and Vacation Planners (I believe) that help out with PAC.

Lets say I was working in attractions. what extra shifts would i be able to pick up? (strollers, PAC....)

You would be able to pick up anything that's not trained- PAC, strollers, glasses-stacking shifts for Star Tours, "PAC" at the theater at AA for the concerts, ect.

 

[ipodluvr287]

Attractions is the main role, for all 4 parks. At MK, you also have Main Entrance (turnstyles) and Vacation Planners (I believe) that help out with PAC.



You would be able to pick up anything that's not trained- PAC, strollers, glasses-stacking shifts for Star Tours, "PAC" at the theater at AA for the concerts, ect.

Thank you so much!

 

[ToyStory90]

I've heard that people doing the CP got to sign up for classes ahead of time before their program started. I've always heard that once you're there you can sign up for them. Do they always let people sign up ahead of time?

Yes, you can. My start date is Aug 22nd and we were able to sign up for classes at the end of May. The classes filled up quickly, so look at the syllabi ahead of time so you'll know what you want to sign up for.
Also, some courses had a fee but it was really small, like $10-$20. You have to pay the fee at the time of enrolling, too.

You can also sign up for courses when you check in, but there probably wont be much left.

 

[psherman42]

How does a CP sign up to the a VoluntEAR?

 

[disdude89]

Im actually really interested in the volunteer programs as well. Can anyone post a link to their official website or post some information on the programs they run and how to apply. Any information you guys could share would be awesome. Thanks!

 

[graygables]

How does a CP sign up to the a VoluntEAR?

On the Hub and in your area, there should be opportunities posted. I know there is a link in the Hub to take you to a site that has drop downs to help search for various opportunities and log your hours. My oldest racked up a bunch of hours volunteering for the S.T.A.G.E. group last year, (amateur dramatics). I helped coordinate the Back To School supply drive last year and our department recently helped with a Bowl a Thon.

 

[Berlioz70]

Here is the link for VoluntEars info (login required)

Last year I logged 77 hours and Disney paid $1000 to the charity of my choice (American Cancer Society)!

Gray - I didn't know you could log hours with STAGE (since it's not technically a charity). I was in two of their shows and didn't log any hours!! Oh well, I maxed out my hours already so it wouldn't have made a difference for my grant.

 

[Joanna71985]

The Bowl-a-thon was awesome!! I did it for the first time, and had a blast