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mackenzie
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what does it take to become a medic in the navy
my name is Mackenzie im 16 and im really interested in going into the medic industry and #military #navy becoming a medic in the navy
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Brooklyn C.
X-Ray Technician, Corpsman
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Brooklyn’s Answer
Hello Mackenzie,
I am currently a Navy Corpsman(medic), trained as a xray tech. I’ve been in for seven years now, and the first thing is definitely talking to a navy recruiter. But be wary, recruiters have quotas they need to fill, and have sell points, to make certain jobs sound amazing. Do your research online before going in. You’ll have to take a test, as well as do some medical screenings before they’ll ask about jobs. Tell them you want to be a corpsman, and stick to your guns. Sometimes a job won’t be open for a few months, and they’ll try to get you to agree to another. Just know, until you raise your hand snd sign that contract, you are always able to say no! Also, as a corpsman, there are tons of specialty jobs. You won’t know about what is available for your class until you are almost ready to graduate Corps School. Corps School is also located in San Antonio, Texas, and is about 3 1/2-4 months long. Hope some of this helped!
I am currently a Navy Corpsman(medic), trained as a xray tech. I’ve been in for seven years now, and the first thing is definitely talking to a navy recruiter. But be wary, recruiters have quotas they need to fill, and have sell points, to make certain jobs sound amazing. Do your research online before going in. You’ll have to take a test, as well as do some medical screenings before they’ll ask about jobs. Tell them you want to be a corpsman, and stick to your guns. Sometimes a job won’t be open for a few months, and they’ll try to get you to agree to another. Just know, until you raise your hand snd sign that contract, you are always able to say no! Also, as a corpsman, there are tons of specialty jobs. You won’t know about what is available for your class until you are almost ready to graduate Corps School. Corps School is also located in San Antonio, Texas, and is about 3 1/2-4 months long. Hope some of this helped!
John Greenwood, MBA
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John’s Answer
Donna is correct that contacting a recruiter is a good first step in finding the current requirements to become a navy medic. I would also recommend reaching out to current Navy medics to ask them about their experience and advice (you can ask your recruiter for help on this as well, but I recommend doing some connections on your own too).
One note, make sure that no matter what the recruiter says, the contract you sign says everything. Once you sign a contract with the Navy, they only have to stick to what is in the contract. It's important to make sure the contract includes everything. This is not to say that the recruiter will necessarily be looking to trick you, it's just better safe than sorry.
One note, make sure that no matter what the recruiter says, the contract you sign says everything. Once you sign a contract with the Navy, they only have to stick to what is in the contract. It's important to make sure the contract includes everything. This is not to say that the recruiter will necessarily be looking to trick you, it's just better safe than sorry.
Garland Lucas
Management
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Chicago, Illinois
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Garland’s Answer
Talk to the recruiter and tell them you want to do. In the Navy it's called a hospital corpsman. You can be assigned to a navy hospital, ship it to a marine. Basically you will be close to a nurse.
Donna Franz
Network Security
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Donna’s Answer
Your first step to joining the Navy is contacting a recruiter. He can speak with you and let you know all your options for becoming part of the Navy Medical Corps. There normally are some things that need done before joining and then after. The Navy should be able to offer you some financial packages for your schooling. You can then apply, complete schooling then start your career as a Navy Medic.
Rodney Brown
Senior Consultant
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McDonough, Georgia
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Rodney’s Answer
Hi Mackenzie,
I'm a Navy veteran and I can say that serving the country was one of my greatest honors. Your interest in becoming a Navy Hospital Corpsman (the official term) is one of most rewarding and respected fields in the service. Definitely reach out to a Navy recruiter for qualification details. In addition if you have solid aptitude in science and biology, you'll be a good fit. I've also included a link to the Navy website for more information about the field. Best wishes to you.
https://navy.com/careers/medical-support
I'm a Navy veteran and I can say that serving the country was one of my greatest honors. Your interest in becoming a Navy Hospital Corpsman (the official term) is one of most rewarding and respected fields in the service. Definitely reach out to a Navy recruiter for qualification details. In addition if you have solid aptitude in science and biology, you'll be a good fit. I've also included a link to the Navy website for more information about the field. Best wishes to you.
https://navy.com/careers/medical-support
James Hanzel
Corrections and Security
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Cape Coral, Florida
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James’s Answer
You have to visit a recruiter to see if the rate is available. Corpsman is one of the most desired jobs in the whole Navy. Sometimes it can be a long time before you get slot at Corps school. If this is something you want, express this interest early and often. It will give you a better chance of getting it. If the contract is available to be a Corpsman, it can be a process like any other job in the military. You will attend Naval Basic Training, then you will attend Corps School.