Potential New Recruit/Medical Examination Questions

[Journeyman]

Poor grades, anti-war, continued drug use, too lazy for internet searching, self-entitled attitude....

Yep, front of the line.  :rofl:

 

[PMedMoe]

If I was working in a recruiting center and I was evaluating the file of a competitive applicant who happens to have a shady passed when it comes to substance use, I believe that a urine test should be administered.

As I said, it's more than likely cost-prohibitive.

Let's not get into the "should they or not" arguments.  I think they've been done already.

 

[matthew1786]

As I said, it's more than likely cost-prohibitive.

Let's not get into the "should they or not" arguments.  I think they've been done already.

True, it just seems like some people do it and some people don't. My guess is that it is case by case, and or trade specific. So to the OP, you won't know until you apply.

 

[Eye In The Sky]

I am 24 years old and have just finished my fifth (supposedly final year) of university taking a bachelor of Arts degree. I have another year left to finish out my degree (a couple of courses that weren't offered last semester).

So, 6 years to complete a 4 years degree.  Because courses weren't offered?  :

The reason I'm interested in joining the military is that I have been told (by a recruiter) that they will pay for my last year of University tuition in full (up to 8k) and give me $1500 a month living allowance.

Glad you're honest. 

I have a few questions about the recruitment process.

  Cool.  Let's count them to make it easy to keep track!! 

Is there a minimum grade requirement to apply for an officer position. In past years at university I slacked off in some courses and failed horribly (not the case now as I have passed everything this year with about 75 average).

Ok, there is #1.  Nice to see you 'failed horribly'.  Make sure you mention that part to the Recruiter. 

Will I be turned down if they see bad marks knowing that I only have about 3 courses left to take to complete my degree?

And there is #2.

Secondly, I have on occasions smoked up. Is there a drug test (urine test) for all new recruits in the ROTP as a part of the medical examination?

Secondly?  But...you already asked 2 questions before..oh wait.  Arts degree, not a Math one.   

I plan to quit and haven't done it in over two weeks, so please no lectures.

Again, another statement for the Recruiter, keeping the ending exactly like you put it here. 

Thirdly, how often would I actually be working if I am a student in University? Would I work on the weekends or during holidays? I would be reg forces and I assume I would be gone during the Christmas break and other breaks to do drills or parades or whatever they are called.

 

Not to keep harping on this silly  :blotto: 'math/counting' thing, but there are 4 or 5 question there. 

And finally, if I was selected when would I begin work? Before the school year during the summer, or would I have to wait for school to start?

And there is 3 more.  Makes it around 11 or so total.  I'd bet every single one of 'em answered before, more times over than I care to count.

Now this is the fun stuff.

Do I believe in war as a necessary component to end conflicts? Philosophically speaking, no I do not.

Joining the MILITARY makes perfect sense then. 

I consider myself a leader in University and have actually facilitated some labs. I have also worked in sales for several years so I'm an excellent public speaker.

I have no idea if I am going to love the military and keep at it as my career.  (Especially for the free tuition and living expense eh?)

So please, spare the nit-picking at my post and just answer my questions.

Okay, again that doesn't answer my question RCDpl.

Stop with the snide remarks and just answer the questions please.

I am sure these questions have been asked here before, but instead of sarcastically posting the fact that they have been asked or picking at my posts you could have also answered my questions.

Actually I'm sure that any questions posted on here, have at some point, been answered somewhere on the internet. However, I don't feel like scanning the internet and I just want my questions addressed.

However, I still have not found out whether there is a mandatory urine test or not.

And the only reason I have an attitude is that people on here seem have an attitude with me asking some questions. I just wanted to ask some questions and get some answers. I follow directions very well[/b

As for the whole rip-roaring start comment I would shut my mouth in basic training or when talking to a C.O. and the only words out of my mouth would be "Sir, yes sir." or "Sir, no sir." respective of the given situation
(quoting from the first 20 minutes of Full Metal Jacket don't really cover it...)

I don't get why there's so much hostility? This is the recruit section of the forums is it not? Well I'm a potential recruit and I have some questions. If you don't have the time to answer them then I'm sorry go back to talking about army and stuff and I'll deal with this stuff on my own.

Or just help me out and answer some of my questions. I really don't see what the big deal is. Sorry if I ruined you're day by asking some FAQ.

Oh boo-fuckin'-hoo.  : 

You DO know what FAQ stands for, right??  If they are FAQs, they HAVE been answered here, so that is why you should SEARCH thru the forums. 

You want a job, as an Officer, in the Forces.  You've stated (1) you are a drug user (2) your performance academically is below standard (3) your motivation to join is for free tuition and living expense.

Sorry but I believe those of us who serve under Officers deserve better than what you've told us.  Add to that, you are too fuckin' lazy to use a SEARCH tool.  From what you've presented, I don't think you're fit to command a rubber duck in a bathtub.  You wanted answers?  Thats my answer.

:facepalm:

The "Sense of Entitlement" Generation.  I worry for the future of this country.

 

[Eye In The Sky]

Is this trade specific? In 2010 I had to supply blood and urine test for the recruiting medical when applying for pilot.

All aircrew do the blood/urine test.  I had to do them for my AF2 medical screening, prior to even being considered for OT.

 

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