If it's the same as a High School Diploma, why doesn't the Military except it when Enlisting?
2006-09-28 05:31:48 · 18 answers · asked by mr_nice_guy 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Actually the military DOES accept a G.E.D. to enlist. The Air Force does not, but they are the only one. As long as you hold a H.S. Diploma or Equilavent, then you have to take the ASVAB. So, in all honesty, its not holding the G.E.D. that is keeping you from getting, rather it is more than likely some other factor and I am going to say that it is probably one of the top three reasons: 1. Failure of ASVAB 2. Over height/weight 3. Medical reasoning, typically asthma. Thus, the reasoning why you have not been enlisted.
I know I enlisted at 17, so all you have to do is work at it. I noticed others have said go to community college. In all honesty, if you have the G.E.D. then there is no reason why you shouldn't be able to enlist, unless it is one of the above top three reasons. Just a suggestion: Take a couple of college courses and while doing that, still try to enlist. Work on everything for the ASVAB. Go to Military.com and on there home page they have a link to advice on taking the ASVAB, loosing weight, etc. It is a great website and I reccommend joining FREE, as it constantly is updating and always giving more information. Again, just a suggestion.
2006-09-28 06:02:27 · answer #1 · answered by warrior_kuhlman04 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you mean "accept" it when enlisting. The point is, that many jobs in the military require a massive amount of time sitting in a class room and learning. Each time you get promoted you have to go to a large classroom like school and you are expected to pass. People who get a G.E.D are generally viewed by the military as "those who couldn't hack high school". I know this is not always the case but the American standard for minimum education is a high school diploma. A G.E.D is viewed as a clever way to do less than the minimum.
The Army will allow you to enlist with a G.E.D (on a limited bases)as long as you meet all the other requirements. I don't know who told you that a HS diploma is a requirement. Go take a few community college classes (one semester should do) and they try and enlist. Do like fingerpainting 101 and some other gimmes....They probably will not give you a huge signing bonus but you are eligible for all the other benefits. Just go to college if and when you get in and put all the naysayers to shame.
I worked with a lot of people with G.E.D's and I have to say that their job performance was not bad it just wasn't on par with the high school grads. I do not believe this was because they were stupid they just on average tended to be very immature because they bailed out of HS at 16 and joined at 17. HS grads where 18 or 19. Trust me, once you are in, nobody is going to care what type of HS completion you have.
Point being, do not let a G.E.D hold you back. I have seen people with G.E.D's get PhD's. Go for it.
2006-09-28 05:57:16 · answer #2 · answered by SL 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the military doesn't *accept*(not except) as many GED holders because it is NOT viewed as being equal to a HS diploma. a GED means you quit school, for whatever reason. Means you didn't show perseverance. GED exams are typically written at the 8th grade level, NOT the 12th grade level. They are seen as taking the easy way out instead of doing the four years of high school like everybody else did.
Today's military is highly educated and is using a lot of High Tech gear. If you want to have the same advantages as a HS graduate, then get 15 100 level or higher college credits(one semester) at your local Community college. that elevates your GED up the same tier as a regualr HS diploma.
2006-09-28 05:53:23 · answer #3 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they all do except for the Air Force due to over-recruiting. I'd have to say that the Army MUST accept a GED... they're so eager to grab anyone they can... or even the National Guard or Reserves... I thought it was just the AF that you had to have a High School Diploma.
2006-09-29 02:58:36 · answer #4 · answered by THATgirl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Finishing high school is a form of commitment and the services are looking for people who can commit.
Getting a GED is an excellent alternative if you cannot finish a regular diploma but in life you must realize they are not equal
2006-09-28 05:42:34 · answer #5 · answered by lawrenzenterprises@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the military is compared to a YMCA activities crew sign in sheet. thanks for insulting anybody contained in the military through assuming they left anybody in. It has some complicated criteria of teaching, well being and morality. you should have a GED (commonly with 15 credit of school), HS degree or college degree. in case you do not have any of the above, you're not to any extent further entering into. And the military only helps such extremely some GED applicants a three hundred and sixty 5 days. MR. M is incorrect....
2016-11-25 00:41:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Things have changed.
I went in without a diploma and got a G.E.D. while in the Navy. 1972
2006-09-28 05:42:04 · answer #7 · answered by gizzardout 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have a GED and i am enlisted
you will be more likely excepted if you get 15 credits from a collage (jr collage) or 22 semester units
i have talked to a recruter resently and have the letter he emailed me and the link if youd like it
2006-09-28 17:27:22 · answer #8 · answered by felix 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you should do some research because the military does except a g.e.d
2006-09-28 05:48:55 · answer #9 · answered by ~*Katie*~ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHy? becuase the military is not as easy as you may think, they want people that can think for themsleves and not be trouble makers. Let me ask this why did you not graduate. If there is a VERY GOOD reason it can be waived but has to be a good reason.
2006-09-28 05:36:21 · answer #10 · answered by e44ever 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋