I can't really give you a great answer. I know two guys that got in with Aer Arann in January. They went for the interview straight after MCC and couple weeks later where into the TR course. They didn't wait long at all after coming out of the course to be flying passengers. I haven't had a chat with the about there pay but they seem to like it.
I know it's not really what you asked but just thought i'd put a bit in anyways.
Did you just call up and they gave you all the info? I sent my CV and cover letter in about 2 weeks ago by post haven't heard anything