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3. What is the safest way of applying? Applying with a Recruiting Agency. If you go this route, then the application/interview/document process could take anywhere from 3-6 months, depending when you start the process. It sounds like a long time, but it goes by quickly, because of the amount of paperwork you have to obtain from different places. It’s the safest, because they can catch any mistakes in your application before it is mailed to EPIK.

4. Is it better to apply to EPIK through a recruiter? Not necessarily. It depends on your definition of “better.”

5. What are the pros of applying through a Recruiting Agency? Recruiting Agencies have experienced teaching staff (or they should). You’ll be able to ask tons of questions and not have to wait days for a response. Recruiting agencies are completely FREE to the applicant and they want you to get hired since they are investing time into you. So they will put in the work by reviewing your application, essay, giving you interview tips and guiding you throughout the entire hiring process. Seasoned recruiters will break it all down for you, so you don’t miss any of the important details.

6. What are the cons of applying to EPIK through a recruiter? They have a large number of applicants to assist and coach through the process. Most recruiting agencies get busy during the placement periods, because they are dealing with tons of paperwork and EPIK. So expect delayed email responses of 2-3 days during that those times. But other than that, I really don’t think there are any drawbacks to utilizing a recruiter. Just make sure you are applying through one of the designated Recruiting Agencies outlined on EPIK’s website.