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Joining the Army ? A Four Step Process

September 12, 2011 By admin

For many, becoming a soldier in the U.S. Army is a dream come true. However, this is not a decision you should make on a whim. Instead, potential soldiers should focus on the enlistment process as well as their many options.

As you learn more about joining the Army you will find that you have several choices. From part-time in the Army Reserve to full-time on Active Duty, there are many details to consider.

Regardless of who you are or how you want to get involved, you will follow the same general four step process.

Step One ? Apply Online

This is an optional step, so you don?t want to get too caught up in the details. If you are looking for a way to easily start the process while learning more about the Army, there is no better option than the internet.

Through the Army website you can submit all the necessary information. From there, a recruiter will contact you to help you move onto the next step.

Step Two ? Recruiter Interaction

No matter if you take step one or decide to pass it over, this is where the real fun begins. In short, you should think of your Army recruiter as somebody who can and will guide you through the enlistment process from start to finish. This is your best resource for anything and everything that has to do with the Army.

Tip: just because you speak with a recruiter does not mean you are obligated to enlist. This can be nothing more than an informational meeting or the first real step in becoming part of the Army ? the choice is yours.

Step Three ? The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

Don?t be scared, you are taking this exam for a good reason. In short, the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a multiple choice test that helps you find your strengths and interests as to better identify which career past is best for you.

By measuring your knowledge in 10 different areas, ranging from math to electronics, you will have a good idea of what type of career you should focus on upon enlisting.

This is not an IQ test. As long as you receive a score of 31 or better you can be considered for enlistment.

Step Four ? Visit a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS)

So, you are ready to join the Army? In this case, you need to visit the Military Entrance Processing Station in your area. This is where you will go to actually enlist in the Army.

During your visit to the Military Entrance Processing Station you will find out once and for all if you are eligible to enlist. Although this is a day full of screening and testing, when everything is said and done you will know for sure if enlisting in the Army is possible.

Don?t over think the process of enlisting. Instead, follow these four steps as well as the general guidance of your recruiter.

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  1. alan walton says

    September 21, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    i would like to be part of the army

  2. archie bernas says

    September 24, 2011 at 8:10 am

    I am archie bernas
    i would like to be part of the US army

  3. Willie Moore says

    September 26, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    I would like to be part of the US army

  4. angelo matienzo says

    September 30, 2011 at 7:31 am

    i would like to be part of the us army

  5. Percival Pastrana says

    October 13, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Hi, you can call me Val for short, I definitely would like to join the US Army, I’m a 32 year old, single and no obligations ar any relatively responsibility, as if you know what I mean.. it’s been a quite a long while now eversince I’ve been wanting to join the Military, but a lot of things had held me back. For a few times of taking the ASBAV, I had failed, I know its something that can be worked upon the process. I have a few concerns regarding being a part of the military. My questions are: Would I still be qualified to enlist even I havent renew or even apply for US Citizenship?, because my greencard expired and I can always renew and apply for Citizenship, I just wonder if I can do that right after I get in the Military. My next question is regarding legal matter abuot such as traffic violations or pending case of DUI, that I’m very certain that I will win the case? Please reply to me in the above email address I provided, I cant wait to become a part of the US Army.

    Thank you,
    Val Pastrana

  6. Micheal says

    June 29, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    Hello my name is micheal or mike for short, im 23 and enlistment into service for my country has always been a dream for me scince I was 13. My one and only concern regarding enlistment into the U.S military is that I have a pervious DUI from when I was 21. I havnt talked to a recruiter yet only because I’m concerd I will be DQ’d. I’ve checked off websites and only says immediate DQ is on a second violation , I was wondering if Someone might know something little more reassureing than what I already know ; any help with the matter I will be more than greatful; the military is not just a dream for me but a reality and that of which I desperately would like to persue at any cost, Thankyou look forward to any feedback.

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