Why can applicants do all this? Is it not a waste of government time and resources to let rejected applicants reapply?
I do not believe so because each application is reviewed by different people for different purposes. Different branches and components have different waiver authorities as well as different manpower requirements, recruitment goals, and mission sets. In this way, military recruiting is federated, which you can use to your advantage. While there is no silver bullet to receiving a medical waiver, there are a number of ways to improve your chances of getting one.
First, think about where you are applying. As mentioned above, recruiter and commander buy-in are essential ingredients for receiving a medical waiver. While not the waiver authority, these points of contact can dictate how quickly you move through the process — as anyone with an unresponsive recruiter can attest — and if you are pushed for a waiver at all.
In other words, active-duty commanders and recruiters do not necessarily reap the rewards from the extra work of getting you waived whereas the reserve and National Guard do. Second, you should consider what you are bringing to the military. If you fall into one of these categories, you may increase your chances of receiving a medical waiver because these specialties are always in demand and sometimes leverage their own recruitment and accessions processes.
Lastly, as with any job search, you should consider whom you know. I was only able to secure my medical waiver through the help of a colleague who happened to be a colonel in the Air National Guard as well as the state air surgeon. I have seen great contacts made through employers, especially Department of Defense civilians and contractors, as well as university alumni networks and advocacy organizations such as the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum.
I strongly recommend applicants explore these paths. One common approach is to try to get members of Congress or general officers involved to assist. While I have seen this work for some exceedingly well-connected individuals, I have not seen this strategy work too often.
Most applicants I advise receive little more than an official inquiry from the Hill and bureaucratic response from the Department of Defense, resulting in no tangible change to their application status. My engagement with Capitol Hill got me a phone call and a rejection letter. Thus, while I generally do not advise the congressional or general officer route, leveraging your network is an essential aspect of waiver innovation.
You would be surprised by who you know and heartened by the number of people willing to help. The medical waiver process is long, difficult, and not at all guaranteed. Every step in this process feels painfully slow — for example, transferring applications from the Army to the Navy took me over one month despite the offices being in the same building. Petty Officer 2nd Class Cody Greer. Corporal Brooke Dieters.
Sergeant Brian Threat. What is the difference between officers and enlisted service members? How do I become an officer? What does "part-time duty" mean? With the exception of Space Force, all service branches offer part-time opportunities. What's the difference between the National Guard and the Reserve? How long are people who enter the Military obligated to serve? How long is an average term of service? Are there shorter enlistment commitments available?
When were the service branches first established? What is military rank? Learn more at Enlisted and Officer Paths. Who is in charge of the Military? What is Selective Service? Learn more at SSS. What is MEPS? The student testing program, also known as the ASVAB Career Exploration Program CEP , is used for career exploration and is given in high schools and community colleges, at job corps centers and at correctional facilities.
What is ROTC? What happens during basic training? Do you need a high school diploma to join the Military? What are the requirements for joining the Military? Requirements vary by Service, but generally speaking, candidates must meet certain criteria for: Age Physical ability Education Citizenship For details, see Eligibility Requirements.
Why do candidates need to speak to recruiters, and what should they ask? Can certain health problems prevent a candidate from serving? Can foreign-born American citizens join the Military? Can people join the U. Military if they are not American citizens? Are there special considerations for women enlisting in the Military? Does having a criminal record disqualify a potential recruit from military service? If a candidate has children dependents , can he or she enlist?
In fact, most of the Services are even stricter in their policies: Army: Allows married applicants to have two dependents or more with a waiver Marine Corps: Waiver for any dependents is required; eligibility for waiver is based on applicant's relationship to the dependent married, unmarried, separated, divorced, etc. Navy: May require a waiver for applicants with dependents, and each case is reviewed independently to determine eligibility Air Force: Allows married applicants to have two dependents or three with a waiver ; single applicants require a waiver for up to three dependents; no waivers granted for anyone with four or more dependents Coast Guard: Allows no more than three dependents Once serving, all service members are free to marry and have children as they wish.
How many people join the Military every year? What jobs are available in the Military? How do candidates find the career that they are interested in?
Jobs are assigned based on several factors: Current and anticipated military needs Individual career aspirations Individual skills and qualifications Results from the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test ASVAB Potential recruits and parents should review the job categories in the careers section of this site and then discuss possible career paths with a recruiter.
Is it possible to switch jobs once in the Military? What is pay like for military jobs? How are service members prepared for success upon leaving the military? How often do service members get raises? How can a young person learn what job might be good for him or her? What kind of training do service members receive? Can service members attend college and earn a degree? Will the Military pay for college? What is it like to live and work in the Military?
What are the benefits of life in the Military? Opportunities for personal growth , including developing confidence, leadership, and motivation. A wide range of careers that align with many personal interests. These roles often include advanced training that helps develop skills which are transferable to employment after the military.
Employment benefits , like health care, retirement savings, paid vacation, life insurance, and more. Where are new service members stationed? Where do service members live? How much vacation and leisure time do service members receive? What happens to my job if I am in the Reserve or Guard and I get deployed? Are new recruits shipped off right away? What are the benefits of joining the Military? How can parents of service members find support? How often do service members see their families?
Once the job interviews are finished, everyone meets at the operations control desk and prepares to swear in. As they pass fellow applicants in the labyrinth of sterile hallways that will never become familiar, the question is always asked, "Are you swearing in? The ceremonial room is formal with heavy drapery and flags. The applicants, lucky enough to pass through the intense scrutiny of the MEPS staff, line up in a mini-formation and take their oath of allegiance.
I completed my objective. I came, I saw, I conquered," she said with a smile. With sighs of relief, the applicants exit the ceremonial room and meet their recruiters or busses for the ride home.
It's almost 6 p. It's been a long day. These applicants know that not just anyone can be a member of America's armed forces , but they've made it this far. The next time they visit the MEPS, they will be leaving for recruit training, and the transformation will begin.
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