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17 year old son wants me to sign for him to enlist now
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Permalink Reply by Craig on
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Now the new piece of the puzzle...Here is a Navy news release....
The days of the 15 year old sneaking off to join the military have long since past, and now, age restrictions are becoming more stringent. Because of the restrictions placed on minors being assigned to combatant units, those 17 years of age may enlist into the Delayed Entry Program, but may not leave for boot-camp prior to their 18th birthday, unless their 18th birthday will occur no later than 90 days from date of leaving for boot-camp. This policy change also applies to Future Sailors currently in the Delayed Entry Program as well as all new contracts written on or after today. (April 13, 2011)
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Permalink Reply by judy r on
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i will add my 2 cents which may not be worth it to some but anyway I signed for my son when he was 17 at that time he was in the middle of his senior yr in high school he graduated in may and reported to GL in July now that was 1988. It was the best decision he made for himself. He is still in the Navy and was just commissioned a Chief Warrant Officer in January of this year and he made it on his first application. If the Navy is a fit for the sailor he can go as far as he wants to..
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You guys want to see the biggest success stories ever? This CTR made chief in 5 years. Talking about a great story!!!
http://www.northwestnavigator.com/index.php/navigator/printerfriend...
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I didn't even know that was possible! That's awesome!
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Permalink Reply by psssst01 on
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Thanks to all of you. I am now officially a Navy mom! Nick went to MEPS today and took the oath! He's off to boot camp next June.
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I wish your family the best of luck. We have never regretted our discessions even on bad days. You will find out that even though your son is the one who enlisted all of your family are in the navy. Keep in touch and good luck. Be Proud you're a Navy Mom the toughest job in the navy!
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My son was 17 when he started the process. I had no problems signing the paperwork. It is true that the earlier he signs the better chace he has but remember it is always based on the needs of the Navy. My brother went in to the Navy whan he was 17. He is now retiring after 30 years, has 2 masters degree and a nice job waiting for him. Also remember recruiters are not supposed to lie to you and the ones I have dealt with are very upfront.
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I know how you feel. My son was 17 when he enlisted. My advice to you is to sit down with pen and paper and make a list of questions, then have your son invite his recruiter over to discuss his options. My Josh signed up in June 08 and didn't go to basic training until January 09. He was told that he could change his mind at any time before he left for basic training. I'm glad he signed up even though I miss him but at 20 years old he is doing better as far as money and security for him and his wife then most 30 year olds. I see his high school friends and most of them are in the same job they had when they were 16 and they seem to be at a dead end. I look at Josh and I see a young man who is strong and proud. He is a 3rd class petty officer on the George H. W. Bush and leaves for the Persain gulf soon. Please feel free to respond.I would love to hear from you. Remember don't sign anything until all your questions are answered. Even if he signs up he can change his mind anytime before he leaves. Good luck to you
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Permalink Reply by proud2baNavyMom on
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My son is now 18 and my husband and I signed for him when he was 17. When he first talked to the recruiter he was 30 pounds over weight and could not pass tape. I told him that if he really wanted it he would loose the wieght. 4 months later we signed the papers bc he passed tape and went into the DEP program. He now has a leave date of August 17th and from there is going in as a Hospital Corpsman, with plans to try to pass physical test for Spec Ops (EOD). Not sure how I feel about the EOD thing but I am very proud of what he has accomplished to get in and what he continues to accomplish while in DEP program. This is the best decision he has made and I do not regret signing for him to join before he turned 18.
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Permalink Reply by denise5459 (ship 09 div 247) on
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That is so great to hear. The dedication he has shows that he will become whatever he wants to become. My son is in BC now, just left June 8. I am so proud of him (also hospital corpsman). Good luck to you and your family.
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