Hello, I am considering applying for the ATC trainee program, I know it is a very selective process and might take a couple years to get signed on. I like my job currently but I don't see a lot of upward mobility. But the benefit is that I work with counselors all day and I really enjoy that compared to other fields I've been in. If I have to work with people I'd rather them be chill and emotionally intelligent, and it's nice to not be the only woman or person of color in the room. So I am curious - do you like your coworkers? Are there many women or poc where you are?

I'm also curious how stressful it is? I work in crisis management, I am used to talking to suicidal callers or upset crisis counselors. I don't find it stressful because ultimately I don't have control of the caller's actions, I'm just a voice on the phone. I'm curious how you feel at the end of a typical shift?

Thanks!