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I went to MEPS and my blood pressure read pretty high, but when I went to the 5 day test it was fine everyday. I was still denied a waiver from MEPS and it was sent to the SG for approval. My question is what are my chances of getting this waiver and how long does it normally take? Other than that it's the only thing holding me back.
Please help. Thank you
Judd
If the CMO sent it to the SG its because he can not make the determination, it falls under the SG criteria. There were very few that were turned down that I can remember. They run your info thru the gauntlet of docs there. Normally this can take up to 30 days depending on the back log. The SG does waivers for ALL the military so this is why it can take a while. These Docs know that there are folks out there who normally have a "high" reading BP. the SG reviews this based on the CMO's recommendations. IF your BP is outside the normal tolerances, there is a chance that you may be bumped. But think positive!!
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
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Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
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Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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