Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard/Confused Reservist

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I am 22 years old. I signed up for the US Navy Reserves last August, I go to bootcamp in May. I want to pursue a career in real estate and hope to get a contractors license through my 3 months of A school. Is that possible? Are you a licensed contractor completing A school as a Builder? If not what should I do to receive that further training? Also are there opportunities to volunteer to make more money while in the reserves? I work for walmart, not exactly a great salary.

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You need to check with your recruiter about what exactly your trade school gives you in terms of licenses or professional certificates. My hunch is that you dont get the certificate but can probably get one with just a little extra effort on your part. As for making more money, you'll have to check with the reserve unit you're with. Some of them have spaces to go full-time, but those are limited.  

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