They should apply when they feel ready to. If they feel they're ready, or at least if they feel like they want to show to the Lead Team that they have an interest in the rank, then I do not see why anyone should stop them in any way shape or form.

They should apply when they feel ready to. If they feel they're ready, or at least if they feel like they want to show to the Lead Team that they have an interest in the rank, then I do not see why anyone should stop them in any way shape or form.