Assuming you require no waivers and have no major medical history and meet all initial qualifications, it will take around 3-4 months to go to Basic Military Training (BMT) at Lackland AFB in San Antonio Texas.
***NOTE***: Due to the on-going COVID-19 situation our process has changed. Our office is currently closed and we are conducting virtual appointments in order to keep the process going. There will be some changes to the process during this time but the start is still the same, you must text us (or call if unable to text) first to get things started. Thank you for your understanding an patience.
To find out if you qualify, you will want to text your email address to TSgt Jett (334-451-4231). You will then receive a questionnaire that we use to determine basic qualifications, what steps we need to take for you, the documentation required, and it will help narrow down what jobs are available to you. We MUST verify eligibility BEFORE we discuss careers. Our time is limited, and this is needed to assist you.
The ASVAB is an essential test as it will let us know if you qualify to serve, and what jobs you tentatively qualify for. If you have taken the test already, we will work to pull your scores (valid for 2 years). All others will take the ASVAB Practice Test (APT) from home before an appointment. If you score well, you will proceed to the next step. If not, you will need to study and try again after 30 days.
Appointments will be scheduled for those with an approved pre-qualification email on file and passing ASVAB or APT score. Walk-ins may be turned away. Your first appointment is where we will get to know each other, review your email for accuracy, complete eligibility paperwork, and schedule the ASVAB. It is recommended you bring parents, your spouse, or anyone that will influence your decision so we can all be on the same page.
Like any company, the Air Force is filling jobs it has openings for. First, you must get qualified to find out what you can do, which includes your questionnaire, ASVAB, and MEPS trip. Our office handles jobs very simply. After the ASVAB you will get a print out of jobs that you qualify for and jobs we are hiring for. You are required to create a list of at least 8 jobs that are on both lists. You are not allowed to list just a single job and wait. It is my responsibility to fill the needs of the Air Force. That being said, you do not have to list any job you don't want to do. We want you to enjoy your career and will go over a lot of details during this step to make sure you understand your options.
The Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) is where you get your medical and physical evaluations done. There is no fitness test; this is more like an advanced sport physical to ensure you are healthy and able to serve. This is scheduled after your appointment and ASVAB. The day before you process, you will come to my office to receive a full briefing on what to expect, review your paperwork, then take a shuttle to a hotel in Montgomery where you will spend the night. The shuttle, hotel, and food are all paid for by the Air Force. You will list your job preferences (based on qualifications) and then swear into the DEP.
After successfully completing MEPS, you will be sworn into the Delayed Entry Program (DEP). Once in this status, you will be booked a job once one that you listed becomes available. We will meet every month for a DEP Commanders Call to ensure there are no significant changes, cover Air Force benefits, and answer any questions you may have.
The final step, if you got this far, stayed qualified, and you're ready to make the biggest and best step of your life, to ship out to BMT and start your new career!