Originally Posted by
NJGov
Do most Guard slots require that you have the AFOQT scores AND TBAS completed before you complete the application?
I finished my AFOQT in September with good scores (99,99,99,98,97). So I'm pretty excited in that department.
The [active duty] recruiter I spoke with to get the AFOQT test done said that he wants to bring me in for the initial medical screening next. However, I am weary of doing so because I feel that I might be disqualified for my vision being out of the parameters.
The recruiter also said that it was necessary for me to do that medical screening before he can sign me up to take the TBAS, which will then give me the PCSM score to put on my applications.
So in short, I guess.. is there any work around to get to take the TBAS before they check my vision in any way, shape or form? I was always told that if you can ace the Guard interview and get a UPT date, then getting a waiver for the vision is practically a non-issue (providing you can be correctable 20/20, which I am).
Any thoughts? Hope this isn't too much of a thread creep
Thanks in advance!
-Gov
I'd prefer you add to someone else's thread than start the xx69th Guard thread.
You smoked the AFOQT. Nice job. The initial medical screening he's talking about is MEPS. That's a joke. I'm sure you can take the TBAS before doing MEPS. Call up an ROTC det. and see if they can hook you up. Hell, show up and bring donuts.
How bad is your vision? It's usually pretty much an auto-waiver up to 20/200 from what I've heard. A few guys I know have an acquity waiver.
Feel free to PM if you have other questions.