PR ARNG JOURNEY

the journey TO becomE a national guardsmen

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INTRODUCTION

Often, we wonder how long the enlistment process in the Puerto Rico National Guard may take, what to expect, and how to prepare for the challenges that come with this process. In this interactive document, our goal is to inform you about the Puerto Rico National Guard enlistment pocess, history and benefits.

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INTRODUCTION

OUR MISSION

THE PROCESS OF BECOMING A NATIONAL GUARDSMEN

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD

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Founded on the 13 of December, 1636 The ARMY NATIONAL GUARD is the oldest Military Component in The United States. We take the same Basic Combat Training as our fellow service members from Active Duty and Reserve components.

OUR MISSION

ON TIMES OF NEED

We act as a first responder element for humanitarian aid and natural disasters. Our primary goal is to restore the affected areas as quickly as possible, ensuring security and stability in the affected regions.

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SUPPORTING ACTIVE DUTY

The National Guard offers support to Active Duty forces, demonstrating the professionalism between the branches. Once you become a Guardsman, you have the chance to participate in TOURS OF DUTY, where you can exchange knowledge and techniques as part of the same team.

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serving our cuntry

As a Soldier in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard; we support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Non the less we answer the call to bear arms and defend our Government, and the Government of the United States of America.

THE PROCESS

BECOMING A NATIONAL GUARDSMEN

INITIAL INTERVIEW

PRE-TEST

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ASVAB TEST

MEDICAL EVALUATION

CAREER PATH

CONTRACT SIGN & OATH

BCT

AIT

RSP

Welcome to Puerto Rico

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The first to joing any Armed Forces Component is to determine your eligibility for enlistment. During this phase, a recruiter will assess your background and inquire about your motivations for joining. To qualify, you must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be between 17 and 38 years old.

• Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.

• Have at least completed your junior year in high school, or possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.

• Obtain a minimum score on the ASVAB test

• Fulfill medical, physical, and moral standards

INITIAL INTERVIEW

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The Pre-test acts as a practice exam to assess your knowledge in the four main sections of the ASVAB: verbal, math, science and technical skills, and spatial reasoning. Think of it as preparing for a race; when we ask you to sprint 100 meters, we can evaluate your techniques and identify areas for improvement. Based on that assessment, we can advise you on how to enhance your style and form. The pre-test serves a similar purpose; once you complete it, we can gauge your potential performance on the ASVAB. If your results are not strong, we will pinpoint the areas where you face challenges, allowing us to provide you with the necessary resources to achieve your primary goal: passing the ASVAB.

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The Department of Defense introduced the ASVAB (ARMED SERVICES VOCATIONAL APTITUDE BATTERY) in 1968. It was originally designed to predict future academic and occupational success in military occupations. In this stage you will be evaluated in the following areas:

• General Science
• Arithmetic Reasoning
• Word Knowledge
• Paragraph Comprehension
• Mathematics Knowledge
• Electronics Information
• Auto & Shop Information
• Mechanical Comprehension
• Assembling Objects

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MEPS also known as MILITARY ENTRANCE PROCESSING STATION is a medical facility in where you will receive the outmost Profecional care of our practitioners. In this Stage of your recruitment process you will receive medical evaluation to qualify you to become a National Guardsmen of Puerto Rico. Some of the tests that will be conducted on you may include but is not limited to:

• Drug Testing
• Blood Testing
• Eyesight Testing
• Audio Testing
• Physiatrist Evaluation
• Psychologist Evaluation

MEDICAL EVALUATION

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Once you hit this stage, we know for sure that you have the necessary skills to become a National Guardsman. So, you’ve taken the test and have your score results. Your recruiter with sit with you and discuss your goals and technical tools that you have at your disposition to choose the job best suited for your career path.

career path counceling

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contract sign & oath of enlistment

After you have finished all administrative tasks and fulfilled the requirements to enlist and select your Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), you will take part in the Oath of Enlistment ceremony. This ceremony is led by a commissioned officer, who will also sign your enlistment contract. It is one of the most significant moments in your career, a memory that will last a lifetime.

rsp

Welcome to RSP, the Recruit Sustainment Program will make sure that you know the fundamentals before you depart to Basic Combat Training.In this stage you will train and be paid to learn.

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BASIC COMBAT TRAINING

In basic training, you'll learn teamwork, discipline and how to handle a weapon, rappel and march. The work is physically and mentally demanding. You'll experience stress, and you'll test your limits. Know what to expect and arrive prepared.

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advanced individual TRAINING

At your AIT school, you'll receive hands-on training and field instruction to make you an expert in that career field. There are 17 career fields, and the schools are designed to help you gain discipline and a work ethic that will benefit you for the rest of your career.

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advanced individual TRAINING

At your AIT school, you'll receive hands-on training and field instruction to make you an expert in that career field. There are 17 career fields, and the schools are designed to help you gain discipline and a work ethic that will benefit you for the rest of your career.

advanced individual TRAINING

Congratulations! You have successfully fulfilled all the requirements to become a soldier in the Army National Guard. At this stage, you will be assigned to a Unit based on your Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), where you can share the knowledge that you gained during Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. If you've reached this point, I am honored to call you my brother/sister in arms. Well done!