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John,
If I have a medical issue that is a DQ but I don't tell the recruiter, could they find out another way? ( I understand about waivers). What would happen if they did? Is the recruiter under a confidentiality oath before I decide to offically sign up?
Thanks
I recruiter is supposed to identify all possible disqualifyers. During the medical process, the doctors look for common and unusual traits that may indicate a disqualifyer, but there is no way they know of something unless it is visible or you tell them.
Be careful in this area, do not put yourself in danger by not disclosing something that could be deadly if you were in a far away land or even just in training. I understand what you mean, I had to leave an accident out because documents were so far away, but I knew I had no lasting effects due to my level of activity.
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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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