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I recently went to MEPS for the Air National Guard. I got a 95 on my ASVAB and passed everything except the Color Vision Test. I'm not color blind, I don't see everything in black and white, and I don't mix up red/green/brown or anything like that. I've known that I'm not great with colors, but I can see them and I rarely have a problem. I was just curious what kinds of jobs I can do in the Air Force, and if it's possible to get a waiver? I had a ton of available jobs with my ASVAB score, but almost all of those jobs went down the drain because I failed the Color Vision Test. I really want to join and I'm just looking for some answers. Thanks in advance to your response
That color vision test is a bear. It surprises alot of folks who dont think that they are not color blind. I know that there is no waiver for the CVT. Once its determined that you have a color vision issue, then its pretty much set in stone. You might want to go see an optometrist and have your vision rechecked. If he comes up with a different answer, then you can have him write a letter stating the fact and that might get them to retest you.
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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.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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