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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you Jessica, I already completed my LPC years ago, I am attempting to reapply to firm I had sent my CV before, the old CV had my classification of my degree , GDL and LPC do I need to do a breakdown of every module I have ever had even If I have worked for over a decade is my question?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you for your response, I am a mature candidate with years of work experience and trainings so my CV doesn't have the same look as an individual that has just graduated.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @Jessica Booker. I have a question about applications where we are supposed to send in only a cover letter and a CV. I would like to know if we are supposed to list all our grades within the CV in the education section or it is supposed to be an extra page or couple of pages attached to the...
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    Do international applicants skip assessment day?

    Hi Sumi-na, I am also an applicant from a different continent so I understand the extra hurdle of the cost and logistics behind getting to training contract outside of Europe, my current rule is that I am unwilling to pay so much for an interview because I self funded all my academic...
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    Do international applicants skip assessment day?

    Hi Sumi-na, I have had several experiences with firms refusing to conduct virtual interviews after passing several stages of the application process and gaining an assessment slot, I had made it very clear I was not resident in the UK and would require a virtual alternative on my application...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi has anyone heard from Clyde since the VI in June?

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