Do I need to redo basic training?

PFC Daisy Camacho — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:35:47 -0500

I got out of the army less than 2 years ago due to pregnancy and it was the best choice at the time. However, my husband and I decided it’s best for me to re-enlist into the army. My question is, would I have to redo basic training??

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 5 at 2019 11:41 PM

2LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:41:27 -0500

As long as you completed Army Basic, you shouldn't have to attend again. Did you complete your AIT?

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Dec 5 at 2019 11:44 PM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:44:49 -0500

All depends. Most likely not if within 4-5 years. But your best best is to talk with a recruiter for the latest and greatest. Be aware that as a prior service you fall under USAREC’s Business Rules. Meaning you get what the Army needs you. Priority is your current MOS but not always.

Best of lucks on your future endeavors !

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 5 at 2019 11:53 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:53:57 -0500

Expect it

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 6 at 2019 12:03 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:03:53 -0500

After pregnancy, and being out longer than you were in...I would suggest it.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 6 at 2019 7:44 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 07:44:21 -0500

I was told by my recruiter that if you had a break greater than 3 years you’ll have to go through again. Talk to a recruiter and see what they say

Response by SGT Eric Davis made Dec 6 at 2019 8:59 AM

SGT Eric Davis — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 08:59:23 -0500

You shouldn’t have to! I assume you completed AIT too

Response by SFC Kelly Fuerhoff made Dec 6 at 2019 3:27 PM

SFC Kelly Fuerhoff — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 15:27:50 -0500

Have you talked to a recruiter yet? They would have the most current and correct information.

Response by SPC Mr E made Dec 13 at 2019 7:04 PM

SPC Mr E — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 19:04:06 -0500

I was told by the counselors at MEPS who you sit down with to sign your contract, something my recruiter said was 5 year's. No it's only 3 max and if your over that 3 yrs, you have to re-take basic again according to Army Business Rules. It recently changed I was told. It use to be 5 yrs, now it's 3 yrs. Disappointing cuz I was gonna re-enlist until hearing that.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 16 at 2021 5:55 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 17:55:05 -0400

If you completed basic,then most likely you will not have to repeat it. I don't think there is time limit. If you decide to go to a different service then you might. I did navy basic,go out and then decided to go army,had to do army basic. Switched to air force and did not have to do basic again. But did have to go to school for the job I chose. Good luck.