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i just want to know what the minimum yrs of time you need to be in the army for special force. i know a little about the training. and one more thing is that i have 2 tickets for smoking 1 ticket for truancy and 1 for accompany of drug. i wasj ust at the wrong place at the wrong time. how much do you think will effect me on becoming a green beret or atleast an airborne ranger
Depending on your charges, you may not even be able to join. 3 drug charges will make you forever ineligible. If you do get in, go Infantry and try out when you have a chance. If you get in, the other charges will probably not play a role, however, you will not be able to do S option when you enlist. Get in, do the training, go airborne and kick butt. Be super in shape and get to like running and pain.
Good luck.
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John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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