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Few questions regarding careers in the military?
Right now my life is a scattered puzzle on a table, I know what it is, just not sure how to put it together. First and foremost, I want to get into some kind of special operations career. I understand the numbers are against me, but that wont stop me. Im only 17, so thats about another 2 years before im graduated and have to make my choice.I wish to become an officer in which ever branch i choose, so thats a start.From about Jan. till Sept. i did Navy SEAL workouts, because well thats that i wanted to be a few months back, but now my mind changes everyday. I don’t want to come off to you guys as this kid that plays Call of Duty all day and says he wants to be this or that.I am actually willing to put in the work.What made me change my mind about the SEALs was a number of things, my eye-sight doesn’t meet the requirements i have to either get lasik or hope that these "eye workouts" that i do make it naturally better, and that goes for just about any SpecOps in each branch, i am not allowed to wear glasses, i also didnt want to end up NOT making it to end up mopping the deck of a huge ship.Then I thought i would try my luck with the Army and get into the Rangers, from there, work my way up to Special Forces.This is actually my current route that I am thinking about taking but not quiet sure. Trust me i know i might make it seem like i think this is all easy, but i know it will be a challenge. The final path that I wouldnt mind is Air Force Pararescue, I read about how some guy went from being in the Rangers to go for Air Forces Pararescue. Im just stuck as to which path is the good for me, Im not here to ask you guys to choose my life or how to do it, but just here for some suggestions or sharing your experiences if you ever came across this and what did you do? Maybe Im just a clue-less 17 year old who only wants to do whats in movies or video games to you guys, but for me, I don’t think I could see my self doing anything else.

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I would suggest joining the Army and trying out Airborne Ranger school. The Army is the only branch that will guarantee you a job in writing, and you may be able to get a job that has Airborne Ranger candidacy written in your contract. Upon completion of basic training and AIT (Advanced Individual Training) you will brought to Ranger school to try your hand at becoming an Airborne Ranger. From there you can try to become Special Forces at Special Forces candidacy when you reach the age of 24. Currently I myself am a 19 year old Private First Class (E-3) MOS 25S and am following the same route. My eyesight is no hindrance to me, but the army may be more forgiving of your eyesight in Ranger School. If you wish to attempt Special Forces candidacy you may get Lasik surgery with help from the army medical benefits before you apply. Best of luck to you, and I look forward to seeing you on the battlefield.

Feel free to ask me any questions about the army that will aid you. If you prefer you can contact your local recruiter, just make sure that they don’t try to sucker you into something you don’t want.
The Oracle | Nov 23, 2009

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1. You say you want to be an officer, but no where do you mention going to college and earning a degree.

2. Para Rescue has the same vision requirements as the Seals and if you washout, you will do whatever job the Air Force assigns.

3. Getting in spec ops as an officer, is alot harder than getting in as enlisted.

There are far fewer slots, the standards as much higher and there is far more competetion.
jeeper_peeper321 | Nov 23, 2009

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Look you still have some time to thoroughly think about your decisions. I don’t know what the process is in becoming a part of Air Force Pararescue so I would recommend you talk to a recruiter to find out. If that’s what you really want to do then start taking the first steps in completing it. Either way I like how you’re so eager to serve our country. Good luck on whatever you decide to do.
Pete | Nov 23, 2009