It can be done
In 2012 SafeSkys , the UK ANSP employed a self-funded Spanish ATCO who held a UK CAA ADI/ADV unvalidated rating. He was in the right place at the right time as they needed an ADV/ADI with APP. SafeSkys funded him through an APP course and a Meteorological Observers Certificate. Since then they have sponsored 3 CAA ADI/ADV ATCOs through an APP course.
You need luck but it is possible.
LadyATCO
Last edited by LadyAtco; 15th Jan 2015 at 15:08.
Reason: spelling