Christian initiation comprises the reception of three sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist (First Communion).

Within the Diocese of Raleigh, the standard process involves Baptism during infancy (under age 7), 
First Communion in second grade, and Confirmation in tenth grade.

If an individual was not baptized as an infant, they must receive all sacraments of initiation together upon reaching the age of reason (7 years or older).

People who are no longer infants must be taught about the sacrament before they can receive it.
This process is known as the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

To fully prepare for the sacrament, candidates participate in a 20-month journey that begins in September and finishes in April of their second year. 

Candidates for Baptism are incorporated into the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).

If an individual was not baptized as an infant, they must receive all sacraments of initiation together upon reaching the age of reason (7 years or older).

People who are no longer infants must be taught about the sacrament before they can receive it.
This process is known as the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)—or the corresponding rite adapted for children.

Parental support is required for all minors (under age 18) seeking the sacrament. 

To fully prepare for the sacrament, candidates participate in a 20-month journey that begins in September and finishes in April of their second year. 

Adults who have not yet received First Communion may be prepared for the sacrament, provided they are not impeded by Church law from seeking absolution in Penance and receiving Communion at Mass. 
If an individual also requires the Sacrament of Confirmation, they may prepare for both simultaneously. 

The process consists of weekly classes held regularly from September to April, culminating in reception into the Church in most cases at the Easter Vigil (Holy Saturday). 

Doctrinal and spiritual preparation of the candidate is required, according to pastoral needs accommodated to individual cases.

In all cases discernment is made regarding the length of catechetical formation required for each individual candidate. Short catechetical formation will culminate in the reception into full communion at a different date than Easter Vigil. 

Nothing more is required of Eastern Christians coming to the fullness of Catholic communion than what a simple profession of faith requires.