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Considering a Future in the Military?
If you’re exploring the idea of joining the military, this page is for you. While our AFJROTC program does not conduct recruiting, we do encourage all cadets to make informed, thoughtful decisions about their future—especially when it comes to careers in the armed forces.
Before taking any next steps, please review some of the attached resources. You’ll also find helpful information about the ASVAB, a test designed to help you understand your strengths and how they relate to various career paths—both military and civilian—in areas such as administration, mechanics, and technology.
United States Military Branches
United States Military Branches
The U.S. Armed Forces are made up of six military branches:
Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force.
Visit these links to learn more.
In addition to the six military branches, the Army and Air National Guard is a reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces, and responds to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions, etc.
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
ASVAB INFORMATION
ASVAB INFORMATION
*Take the ASVAB test here at PHS*
We offer it here twice a year; in the Winter and in the Spring*
TO STAY UPDATED ON ASVAB TESTING
HERE AT PHS,
ADD THE ASVAB GOOGLE CLASSROOM or CONTACT THE MILITARY LIAISON, MRS. CHERY
ASVAB Google Classroom Code: jq7ceb6g
What is the ASVAB?
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to military applicants, high school, and post-secondary students. Students can take the ASVAB on designated dates at local high schools as well as with a local recruiter. Students take the ASVAB for various reasons. Some plan to enter the military and some, who aren't planning to enter the military may take it to gather more career interest information about themselves.
STUDYING FOR THE ASVAB
The test measures competency in 10 different subjects, which include:
-General Science
-Verbal Expression
-Electronics Information
-Auto and Shop Information
-Mechanical Comprehension
-Assembling Objects
-Word Knowledge
-Paragraph Comprehension
-Arithmetic Reasoning
-Mathematics Knowledge
The last four sections are the most important, as they make up something called the AFQT (Armed Forces Qualifications Test). An applicant’s AFQT is what determines whether or not they are able to serve in the military at all, as each branch has minimum scores for enlistment.
Because of ASVAB minimum requirements, doing poorly on the ASVAB might mean missing out on the military job (or even the entire military branch!) you want. While you can retake the ASVAB without penalty, waiting periods can make the process drag on. The best way to get a good ASVAB score the first time, or to improve your score on a retake, is to STUDY!
Taking ASVAB practice tests, reviewing ASVAB flashcards, and reading ASVAB study guides can help you determine what kind of shape you’re in for test day. If you find yourself struggling in math, it may be helpful to review basic concepts or memorize common ASVAB math formulas. Review the fundamentals of English so the Paragraph Comprehension and Word Knowledge sections seem less daunting.
ASVAB STUDY HELP
ASVAB STUDY HELP
SAMPLE ASVAB QUESTIONS
ASVAB PRACTICE TESTS
INTERPRETING YOUR ASVAB SCORE
INTERPRETING YOUR ASVAB SCORE
Students are encouraged to log into the ASVAB site to get further info about their scores and links to possible careers. See the step-by-step process to do that below.
Steps to Enter Your Access Code:
Locate Code: Find your unique access code on the bottom right of your ASVAB Summary Results Sheet (ASR).
Visit Website: Go to asvabprogram.com.
Create/Login Account: Click on the option to create a new account or sign in using your access code (found in the lower right corner of your Summary Results Sheet - ASR), email, and a new password.
Access Results: Once logged in, click on "Test Results" to view your detailed digital score sheet, take the "Find Your Interest" (FYI) survey, and explore careers.
Key Information:
Lost Code: If you cannot find your code, use the request form on the website.
Time Limit: Access codes are generally valid for two years after the test date.
ASVAB CAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM
is a great tool to use when figuring out what careers your scores align with!
WHAT IS THE AFQT?
The Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) is a percentile score used to determine your eligibility for Military enlistment. Your AFQT indicates the percentage of examinees who scored at or below that particular score.
ASVAB SCORE CALCULATOR
You can also use this ASVAB calculator link below to enter your ASVAB scores into and get an idea of which military jobs could be available to you with that score.
If interested in joining the military, contact your school counselor for resources and/or recruiter information.
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