Does anyone if i try 2 join the national guard and i have a hearing problem will they still take me????
953571
It will depend ultimately on your level of hearing loss. When you go through your MEPS physical, you are given a hearing test, and Labeled, a 1...you have no hearing diffuculties, 2....you have minor hearing loss, that may affect certain MOS's 3...your hearing is below the threshold that A particular branch allows, and will further limit any or all job fields you are interested in.\nIn any case, you won't truly know until you try......Let them see how damaged yopur hearing is, according to their requirements, and then see what fields/MOS you qualify for. Depending on what MOS you want to enlist as, You may qualify for a medical waiver. I personally had to recieve a medical waiver for my vision. I still got the "job" I wanted, just takes alittle longer.
926708
go to the doctor and let them give you a hearing test.
152360
Yours is a tough descision. I went through the same thing when I was in the service. I left as soon as I could and when I was offered a job in the government I ran ,lol. I have been working for myself pretty much since then. To be true to yourself and not conform more than your soul can take is what you have to find out. I wish you good luck and patience.
654932
Yes, but the national guard sucks, if you just care about going to a community college (associates degree) pay for it yourself, it's very cheap (and you can still get financial aid)\n\nBut...if you are in a real tough spot in life, and don't mind handing the government your life for 6 years+, then go for it man, it's what I did after high school (I've also been mobilized 2x as a national guardsmen, so make sure you know what your getting into)  The guard will pay TUITION (notice i didn't mention any other fees involved) for any state school (which will cover community college tuition) You are also eligible for the GI Bill while your in school (make sure your recruiter gets you the GI Bill Kicker) that, with your monthly drill pay will be around 1k a month, plus whatever you make working part/full time.  \n\nIf you live in NY, send me an email if you are interested in joining, I will put you in touch with some good Guard recruiters.
42473
Contact the recruiter for the Guard in your state.  It is up to the state to determine if they will accept you for service with the Guard.
301272
I've had it all sweetheart! NOO FUN! It must stink to not be able to here. I don't really know how long it took me to get my hearing back. I don't know if I have lost all my hearing from this. But then again I am deaf and wear hearing aids! POOR YOU!! Hope you get feeling better fast!
558457
Maybe he should try to re-up for a different MOS.  I know that things now for military people and their families are very stressful but trust me when you get out it's more stressful unless you have a job lined up.  Most prisons want to hire you or law enforcement if you are prior military service.  My experience after getting out of the military was not easy, it was very hard for me to find a job.  They wanted more education etc....or wanted to pay me nothing.  Like you said Health Care is a big issue.  If I were him I would look at a different MOS.\nGood luck to  you both
951253
yes, you could...the only thing that would restrict you is if you have severe hearing loss (natural) or a crippling desease
837460
no you will not be obligated to join the service if you participate. first off your only 16 and you can't be legally bound to anything. the class is aimed to teach you the very basics of what ever service they are attached to. i.e. navy history or army history. they teach you how to march and drill. you might ever get to learn about a few weapons. they are trying to give you a brief taste of what being in the military is all about. one of the big pluses to being in these classes is if at a later date you decide to join you will be promoted to a higher rank out of boot camp faster then those who didn't take them.
43130
What do you want?? Why is it so important to him to have you join? My point is that if it is not what you want to do then don't do it. Basic training is not easy (ask my brothers)and school afterward (if you do that) is not easy. War is hard. You could be called on to defend your home. Talk to a friend in the service, or your parents. Try for someone who will be honest. Serving your country is great, if that is what you want to do, then go forth with honor.
852548
will they not grow over??? are they holes from ear rings?? i wonder why they wouldn't fill them in for you since they need more recruits!! well, good luck to you, you gave it a real good n honest try, God Bless!!!
396753
if you have problems like this you better consult a physician specializing in EENT and could give you antibiotics for the allergies and for sure the doctor will clean your ears there might be wax inside your ear that causes you a hearing difficulty. once the fax is flashed you hearing will now be alright.
665346
my husband is over there. been over there for 9 1/2 months. and it really depends on where you are, but for the most part i get to hear from him every day, although where he is the phone conversations are allowed 20 min each to allow other people to get on, so then he has to sign back on, and so on. sometimes a soldier or marine will die where they are so they have to shut down the phone lines until the family's notified, and when they're really busy he can't call. when he first left they were really busy setting everything up, so if you don't hear from him in a while, try not to worry! I know it's hard not to! :) stay strong!
1112079
Speeking as someone with prior service, yes they will, but MAKE SURE you get everything in writing.  If you have any doubts, have a lawyer look it over.  I love and respect the armed forces, but they can take advantage of you if your not carefull.  Good Luck.
724238
If he can pass the hearing test, and a waiver is apporved, he can enlist, although his job chocies will be limited.\n\nMy husband was tested, and found to have partial hearing loss from his prior job.  he is currently an O3 in the Navy.
505386
you need to get in touch with the army. they can and will help. there may be a story.
248254
Try joining the military services, especially the National Guard