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Navy Delayed Entry Program Helpful information about the Navy Delayed Entry Program

Being a part of the Navy delayed entry program offers a smooth transition from civilian to military life. For most, going straight from one to the other quickly after enlistment can be too overwhelming and cause a great deal of anxiety. For those who feel they need the extra time, the delayed entry program Navy is certainly the right way to go.

To be a part of the delayed entry program, sometimes called the Navy delayed enlistment program, you must qualify accordion to a number of criteria. You have to be at least 17 years old and be either high school graduate or on the road to graduation before your date to ship out. You have to score high enough on the ASVAB test to be considered for enlistment. You also have to thoroughly pass a physical at the military entrance processing station.

After you have become a part of the delayed entry program Navy, you effectively take the oath and have agreed to report for duty on a specific date. You are part of the inactive reserves at this point. You are not on active duty yet, but still represent the Navy and should conduct yourself accordingly. One benefit of this program is the fact that the date to leave for basic training and be active duty can be as far out as one year.

In the Navy delayed enlistment program, you will work with your recruiter to set your long term military career goals. You will pick a job you are qualified for and also verify there will be a slot for this job when you do ship out. You can work your entry date around when your desired field will have room for you. Your recruiter can help you use this time to physically prepare for basic training and stay motivated.

There are two phases to the delayed entry program Navy. This will help determine your personal qualifications. The first phase is the training phase. During this phase, you will attend meetings with others who are set to join the Navy. You will also be provided study materials and learn the basic knowledge needed about the Navy, including rank systems and ceremonies and drills. You will gain essential insight to life in the Navy and have a chance to build relationships with others who are joining. The second phase involves being tested on the information you have learned. As a recruit, you will be tested on individual subjects and not on everything at once.

Other benefits to the Navy delayed enlistment program is the opportunity to gain rank before you take your final oath and ship out. You can earn promotions by referring friends and family to the Navy. Once someone has enlisted due to your referral, you can qualify for a rise in rank and pay.

If after you have been a fluent part of the delayed entry program Navy and life circumstances prevent you from joining on your specific date, you can leave the program. You can write a letter to the commander of the recruiter you have worked closely with and state the reasons you are unable to fulfill your oath. While this may disappoint those who have worked hard to get you in the Navy, you can still join the other military services later. You can also still join the Navy if life leads you back on that path.

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