Posted on Aug 31, 2016
SPC Jesse O
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I was barred for APFT due to not taking a PT Test because of the temporary profiles I was on I had swollen tendons in both feet. I was never given the chance to get a permanent profile by my doctor. . .I do not know why honestly. Anyway, I got out, got better, and now have my degree and want to become an officer. Can a 28 year old prior service specialist be accepted into OCS? I have RE code 3.
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MSG Special Forces Senior Sergeant
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I'd say your feet aren't going to get any more resilient with age. Not trying to piss on your parade. Just being honest.
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SPC Jesse O
SPC Jesse O
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You may be correct. However, as an MP in a standing guard position 8+ hours a day in dress shoes ruined my feet. I didn't take the time to seek enough medical help. Since leaving the service I have and I have also not experienced the symptoms I did while I was in.
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1stSgt Sergeant Major/First Sergeant
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I would say the only to know is to try. If you don't try the answer is "No". In order to reenlist, you would need a waiver.
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SPC Jesse O
SPC Jesse O
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Thank you, I regret letting my injuries get the best of me and should have taken the time to get treated.
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Capt Daniel Goodman
Capt Daniel Goodman
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I realize you'd want army, most likely, you could try other svcs, sometimes rules vary, I'd also look at USPHS commissioned corps, for info tech (IT), and med informatics, espec related to HIPAA and privacy of patient records, they do take Bach level for some things, incl engrg, I know that's likely not what youd want, however, I merely mention it as a possibility, honest, hope was of at least some interest, many thanks.
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SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee
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It usually depends on the code they gave you when you got out. You may still be eligible to go back in, may need a waiver, or that damn code may screw your chances of going back in altogether. A recruiter should be able to tell you.
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SPC Jesse O
SPC Jesse O
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I am talking with a recruiter, however, he is digging through regulations to see if it is possible. I will need to get a medical waiver of course.
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SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee
SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee
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SPC Jesse O - The codes are usually pretty specific. It will state the reason for denial of re-enlistment.
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SPC Jesse O
SPC Jesse O
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Yeah, My narrative says NON-RETENTION ON ACTIVE DUTY. Separation code JGH (expeditious discharge) RE code 3 (RE-3 - Individuals who are not qualified for continued Army service, but the disqualification is waiverable. Ineligible for enlistment unless a waiver is granted.)
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SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee
SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee
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Then you are eleigible with a waiver to re-enlist, but the commissioned side may have different regs altogether.
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