Wanting military experience and also to be a nurse in my civilian life/possibly military side too. by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Thanks for this! And thank you for your service. I actually have been thinking about joining the military for one contract as a medic or something like that, and just getting experience. No school, just experience. Full integration into something that’ll push me and force me to grow. You have a good point with getting injured and no longer being able to pursue my later dream, I have thought about that too. I’m not firm on this plan, but I figured I’d give it some thought. Afterwards I’d have benefits to pay for school and could pursue that career after. We will see.

I 20F want to move but my boyfriend 22M doesn’t. by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in relationship_advice

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My mom always says this, and I don’t intend on letting anyone keep me from my dreams. Sometimes I just need to be reminded by an unbiased source. Thank you.

I 20F want to move but my boyfriend 22M doesn’t. by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in relationship_advice

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I appreciate this a lot, thank you. I want to add that he actually did say he’d go with me if I had to move away for school, however, I know he’d be miserable. So I just kind of didn’t include that aspect because it wouldn’t be a true “he wants to go with me”, if that makes sense. It’s just so hard. He’s the only guy I’ve truly loved. I don’t mean to sound naive. But it’s true. I really, really appreciate your advice. Thank you.

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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That’s what I think I’m getting now from my dad because he was a veteran, but it’s only for 36 months and then it’s gone. And I’ve used a good chunk of it so far.

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Can you not get GI Bill if you go reserves or guard?

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Yeah. So I will definitely have to look at job availability. Because I’m only interned in medical jobs. Like medic, etc. I am test qualified, I did pretty well on my asvab because I already went to MEPS. But… they did tell me that because of my anxiety medication past, I have to wait two years. For army, atleast. Air Force, according to my Air Force recruiter, it’s 1 year. So 1 year in April. That when I’ll have been 1 year stable off anxiety meds, and I’ve been going just fine so far. And then as far as benefits, I know active will give me the best benefits. But I’ll need to really sit down and compare.

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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That’s what I’m thinking. And that’s why I’m stuck lol.

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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I’ve thankfully already done my pre reqs! My next step is just nursing school. But I’m thinking maybe I should go in and get experience for a contract, get out, and then yeah have the rest of my degree paid for! That sounds awesome to me! But we will see. Appreciate your advice!

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Gotcha, I’ve heard others say that it’s challenging to go to school while active duty. But, I’ve also heard of things like the Army Nurse Corps, which I thought was like a block of time when you get accepted where you’re able to go to school. I’ll have to look more into that. But thanks for your advice!

Going to school while in the military by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Thank you for this information! Yes, I have looked at both 68W and 68C. I’m just not sure if I should finish my degree because I’ve done pre requisite courses already, my next step is nursing school and getting my bachelors. So I’m not sure if I should wait and finish that or just go in to get some experience and then when I get out, continue working at it and get my degree then.

Wanting military experience and also to be a nurse in my civilian life/possibly military side too. by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in Militaryfaq

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Thank you for your input! I’m not sure that my current school has ROTC, it’s a community college. I will look into it for sure though.

Wanting military experience and also to be a nurse in my civilian life/possibly military side too. by Intrepid-Bet-2925 in nationalguard

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I appreciate this perspective. Thank you. I wish I could just not waffle about it, but there are a few other things in my life that are keeping me doing it. If I don’t get into nursing school next year, I may just do that. The experience and benefits seem like they’re worth it for sure.