Is It Worth Joining the Coast Guard Reserve at Age 40?
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- Опубликовано: 29 июн 2023
- Answering an important question regarding my personal opinion on joining the Reserves at age 40.
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I can relate here. I’m 41 and seeking an age waiver. Kinda scared I won’t be allowed to join due to that. I’ll give this personal perspective: I don’t want to regret not having this opportunity. I have similar cons on my side, but you get one time down here. Fill your life with what you can.
My recruiter said age limitation is now 42. You should be good to go.
Did you join?
MEPS wanted to see me off of a medication for 3yrs. By then, I’ll be 44. So, as bad as I wanted to, it looks like I won’t be able.
did u get the age waiver?
@@erikkkkkkk914 they can’t do anything at 42 apparently.
Man. I'm sitting freshly at 33 and considering CG Reserves. I have gone through several stages of "that's crazy" to "nah do it" to "I'm late - I should have done this at 25" to what you said at 9:14 to 9:50.
This video is a big help. Appreciate your insight, encourages me to set the doubt aside and at least explore options.
Wanted to come back here and post an update for anyone else who finds this video.
I ended up joining the CG Auxiliary. I looked into joining the reserves, even talked to a recruiter. For my situation, the AUX makes more sense at the moment, than going active. There's a ton of things you can do as an Auxiliarist (including some really awesome adventurous stuff). I will be seeing you all out there as soon as I get through the background check and get some quals checked off!
It's easy to write off the AUX because it's "volunteer" and "unpaid," but where else are you going to be able to do CG stuff like this? Awesome organization.
Ben, I enlisted as full-time active duty at 35. I went through boot camp at 35, served underway, and was stationed at Sector New Orleans. I did my four years and got out. I work for the federal government now.
I got a job scanning medical documents for an HS at a USCG air-station. I have been trying to learn as much as possible about the USCG during my contract. Being on a uscg base is like a different world. The people have been amazing to me.
I am glad to know you guys exist because I knew almost nothing about the USCG prior to starting my job. I knew about the space force before I found out gabout the USCG.
It's not the same but there is an alternative for those past the age cut off. The USCG Auxiliary. It may not fulfill all those that desire the full CG experience but it can get you close enough. It certainly will take you as far as you want to go. I have served in various areas during my time. From the USCG Academy, The Texas Border to participating in container inspections. ATON/PATON verification as well. There are many opportunities available. Albeit volunteering, but quite the experience you wont have in the other armed forces.
Previous video on joining the Coast Guard at age 40: ruclips.net/video/aS_zUMFO29U/видео.html
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Maybe I can't relate much at 24, I thought my chance to get in had passed me. (I tried to enlist in the army at 20 but was sent back home) Some of my co-workers have told me I should try and get a waiver and write my congressman. After weeks of gathering the documents I need I've started the process with the coast guard. Best answer I can give is that if you want to do it, Go for it. The best time is the present time. I hear alot of the coast guard are Prior service and/or older applicants.
I have a question bout the schedule while in boot camp I’m sure it changes depending on the mood of the cc’s and mistakes made by the recruits but can you describe what a day is like from wake up to lights out example when you wake up do you go straight to breakfast first or shower how many hours is spent in classroom vs doing pt and is it like school where you do multiple classes a day or is it day by day learning a new subject
It varies week to week. I'll do a video on this topic. But generally, it's a pretty good balance between classes and PT. Once you get into the thick of training you actually spend most of your day in the classroom.
I am 45, and this week I am submitting my package for the Navy Reserve Medical Service Corps. I didn’t want to regret not taking this opportunity 5-10 years down the road.
That's awesome! Good luck.
@@CGCareerCentral Thank you 🙏
is their a direct commission officer program for reserve for prior enlisted?
I’m enlisting at 41. I’m in better shape and have way more life experience than the children joining.
Do you know anyone that are a part of flight crew ? Question do ppl that stand watch receive flight pay & hazard pay when out on sar cases
I don't but I will look into this more for you.
I retired from the coast guard at 38😮
I'm 39 and thinking about retiring next year.
Not relative to this video, but if I'm joining the reserves, probably ME do I need to get an oc exposure? I've already received five and I'm not trying to do any more, thanks awesome videos
Hmm that's an interesting question. I've got an ME coming on the channel soon, I'll make sure to ask him that question.
Do you have documentation for receiving it before? If you do, that might suffice. However, I don't know for sure so I'd try to clarify that with a recruiter. But I'll ask the ME I know and get back to you.
@@CGCareerCentral thanks, I have a caert from my latest one from last year. I did just talk to a recruiter and he said I'd have to get it no matter what
@@bradleybeemer9304 ahh, yeah I was afraid that was going to be the answer. The Coast Guard is generally really particular about meeting requirements through them specifically. We have to get an HIV blood draw every two years and it has to be through their contractor; having it done by your primary care physician won't suffice.
If you have a memo from one of your previous employers stating that you received a full face exposure, you will not be required to be exposed to OC at ME A School.
Nice video, What is the age cut off and how long does it take to sign up till when you begin?
40. There are age waivers.
Great video I am 33 and thinking about joining
I got a job scanning medical documents for an HS at a USCG air-station. I have been trying to learn as much as possible about the USCG during my contract. Being on a uscg base is like a different world. The people have been amazing to me.
I am glad to know you guys exist because I knew almost nothing about the USCG prior to starting my job. I knew about the space force before I found out about the USCG.
Can you get all of your shots before basic and avoid shot day?
Yes, if you're current on all of them. I have another video with a link to a website that lists all the vaccinations you'll need at Cape May.
Thanks, that’s great to know. That was the worst day for me in basic when I went through 18 years ago.
@@thewards06 I hear you. I remember getting jabbed 10 or 12 times straight for the smallpox shot.
@@CGCareerCentral I swear I got shots for 6 months straight when I was in the guard.
@@W3ND1G0 were you National Guard?
Also I'm talking to my friend about DEPOT. He's not going to have time to come on the channel but he's going to give me info and I'll share it here.
Are you or have you been in a PSU?
I haven't been but I know a lot of people who are.
Is there a big difference in a PSU to other types of units?
PSUs are a lot more self sufficient in that they have their own Command, and all their requirements are done from within (medical, dental, all training, etc). Most other units are part of a broader unit (Base, Station, Sector, etc) that they go through to get things done. PSUs are essentially fully self sufficient.