military-bound checklist

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TAKE THE ASVAB & KNOW THE Scores Needed For Individual Military Branches

Students wanting to enter any military branch must take. The ASVAB, a multiple-aptitude battery measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to over one million military applicants and high school and post-secondary students.

REMINDER: Taking the ASVAB does not mean you are committing to the military. You must also make contact with a recruiter.

Weslaco East HS offers ONE opportunity during the school; Ms. Flores, CCMR Specialist, will let you know of the dates available.

sTUDY FOR THE ASVAB

There are multiple resources you can look at to help you prepare for the ASVAB test. Below are a few resources.

Questions to ask your recruiter

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Please explain the recruiting process – start to finish.
Potential recruits: Why should I join your branch?
Do you have any special incentives to join?
Which option is best for me: Army active duty, Army Reserve or ROTC?

THE FIRST TERM

How long does the first term last? Do you have programs of different lengths?
Can an entrant choose the military job he/she wants? How is the job assignment made?
Can you describe a couple of jobs? I want to understand what people actually do in the Army.
How much does a new recruit get paid, and what are the benefits?
How often are service people promoted

BASIC COMBAT TRAINING

What really goes on in Basic Combat Training?
What’s the balance between classroom and physical training?
What kind of condition do you have to be in at the start?
What are the physical standards candidates have to meet?
What are training and drill sergeants like today?
What percent of people who start actually graduate?
Can two friends go through basic at the same time?
Women: Do women receive “military haircuts” too?

EDUCATION

What kind of training comes after basic?
How good are your military job-training schools?
What are all the ways a service member can earn college credits during enlistment?
Will I be able to attend college right away? If yes, how will it work?
What are your tuition support programs? How does an entrant qualify for them?

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