Virgin crew application dilemma

[cdj]

I need some urgent advice on a dilemma I have.
I have always wanted to work for VAA as cabin crew and when I was 24 (I am 31 now) I was lucky enough to get offered the position and embarked on the ab initio training. Unfortunately 5 into the 6 weeks course I encountered financial problems and had to leave. I was gutted but there was no way around it at the time. After I left I reapplied about 5 times to no avail (tho I was offered about 2 interviews but was not succesful)
I have not reapplied now for about 18 months, but recently decided to reapply and have an interview this wednesday 23rd April.
On the application form it asked if I had ever worked for VAA. As I never actually flew, I said no. I am unsure if that is wrong and it bothers me. Naturally I am also concerned about what they will think about me leaving, but it was a very hard decision for me and I was gutted. Another reason I did not put this on my form apart from not wanting to look bad, is that it was more than 5 years ago so does not appear in my work history on the form.

I dont know what to do. Should I call them and let them know that I did do the training all that time ago, or shall I just plead ignorant and say nothing?
This is my dream job and I dont want to wreck my chances this time.

[I Just Want To Fly]

You must answer yes to that question. Even though it was only 5 weeks, you still worked for us. Make sure you make it completely clear in the application form and during the interview why you left, and what steps you have taken to ensure that it doesn't happen again.

Most of us went through extreme financial diffulties when we started, I know people who stayed at friends houses, and one who lived out of her car for a month! but we all made it through, and this includes some of the people interviewing and reviewing your application, so it may be hard to explain yourself out of this situation. One of the most important things they are looking for is honesty and integrity. By saying no, you are not being honest, and trust me their records go back a bit more than 5 years... try before Richard was born!

I know some of the recruiters though, and they are mostly very nice genuine and understanding people. So good luck!

[Willa the Wisp]

Yes, I would agree with the above. Why dont you give the interviewers a call and explain the situation with them before your interview. As someone who works in HR believe me when I say, honesty is very much appreciated when interviewing someone. I would rather have someone explain to me on the phone why they didnt complete the course, than having a nasty surprise when I am looking through old records. You dont have to go into any detail regarding your financial affairs - just say that due to personal circumstances you were unable to complete the course.

Good Luck!!

[exvicar]

Did they pay you for your 5 weeks? If they did, I would suggest you were working for them.