The military is a great option with many students and provides some great advantages such as free education, travel opportunities, and good benefits.
The ASVAB test is a military entrance test that measures a person's strengths and potential success in a wide variety of a career. Although this test is important for students who are interested in a military careers, it can also be helpful for students who are undecided on their future plans. Typically we give this test through our counseling office in December.
If you are interested in the military, it is helpful if you talk to a recruiter to see what the specific requirements are for that branch and how to apply. Here is a web site with general military information. You can also check out the specific branch's web site that you are interested in for more information.
https://www.todaysmilitary.com/
Below is a handout that gives general information on the military.
resources_for_counselors__understanding_the_modern_military.pdf
Below is a handout that gives the timeline of applying to a military academy
resources_for_counselors__understanding_the_modern_military__service_academy_information.pdf
Below is a handout that gives benefits of joining the army.
5_reasons_to_join_the_army.docx
The ASVAB test is a military entrance test that measures a person's strengths and potential success in a wide variety of a career. Although this test is important for students who are interested in a military careers, it can also be helpful for students who are undecided on their future plans. Typically we give this test through our counseling office in December.
If you are interested in the military, it is helpful if you talk to a recruiter to see what the specific requirements are for that branch and how to apply. Here is a web site with general military information. You can also check out the specific branch's web site that you are interested in for more information.
https://www.todaysmilitary.com/
Below is a handout that gives general information on the military.
resources_for_counselors__understanding_the_modern_military.pdf
Below is a handout that gives the timeline of applying to a military academy
resources_for_counselors__understanding_the_modern_military__service_academy_information.pdf
Below is a handout that gives benefits of joining the army.
5_reasons_to_join_the_army.docx