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So I’m currently working full time as a ramp agent at ORD for United and I’ve been looking into going to A&P school. Right now the main schools I’ve been considering are Rock Valley College in Rockford since it’s way cheaper, AIM, and Lewis University.

My biggest issue is balancing work and school since I’d still need to work while going. I could maybe consider going part time too if that makes things more manageable. I’d also have to commute back and forth from work and school so I’m trying to figure out what would realistically be the best option long term.

Would it make more sense to go with the cheaper route like Rock Valley even though it’s farther, or spend more for something closer to work like AIM or Lewis?

Also for anyone who’s been to these schools or did A&P while working, how are the class schedules usually? Do they overlap a lot with normal work hours or are there evening/night classes available? Just trying to see what would actually be doable while working at the airport full time.

I’m currently working ramp at ORD for United and I’ve been looking into the Calibrate program but honestly still confused on how it all works.

Like how often do they recruit people for it? Is it hard to get into? How much do they pay while you’re in the program/training? And for anyone that actually went through it, was it worth it?

I’ve been thinking about going the AP school route too so I’m trying to figure out if it’s better to just apply for Calibrate and wait or go straight to an AP program instead.

Would appreciate hearing from anyone that’s been through it or knows people who have.