18D qualified

medic1551 · 02-05-2008, 13:51

Please forgive me of my ignorance at asking the following questions…

I think that my recruiters are feeding me a bunch of BS and telling me that I am qualified for an 18D with a GT score of 109 and a NC EMT-B certification. I am going to retake my ASVAB and study my ass off to hopefully raise my score because I have been told I need a 120-130 to be even considered for the 18D mos. Also it seems damn near impossible for me to get a contact with a current 18D SF person to speak with about the matter. Any help on this topic would be greatly appreciated because I feel more and more confused the more information I learn.

Surgicalcric · 02-05-2008, 14:14

Unless things have changed since I graduated the course you will need a minimum GT score of 110 to be considered for training as an 18D. However just because you may score a 110 doesnt mean you will be chosen to train as an 18D. You will be subjected to more testing which you will only have one shot at. You would do yourself well to start studying to make yourself smarter in the long run. This will also make you a better, more rounded person.

Also, your EMT-B certification has little to nothing to do your chances of being selected for 18D. I have met quite a few 18B,C,E who are EMT-B's as well who were selected for something else or whom thought they had what it took but soon realized they didn't and were reclassed to another MOS.

If you are looking to enlist into an 18X contract you need to come to terms with accepting any MOS for which the SFAS committee selects you for. The needs of the Regiment come first, your needs are somewhere further down the list in most cases...

As for talking to an 18D, its not near impossible. There are many of us here who are more than willing to entertain your questions as long as they are well thought out, well researched, and relevant.

You would do yourself well to read every thread in the SFAS and SFQC forums. Chances are if you have a question it will have already been asked by one of us who were in your shoes at one time. The search button is your friend.

Now, go do PT.

Crip

medic1551 · 02-05-2008, 14:21

Thank you for the fast response, I will search the forums more to find out any more questions I have. Also is it ok to PM you or is that pushing my luck with an SF person since Im not even enlisted?

Surgicalcric · 02-05-2008, 14:41

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Originally Posted by medic1551

...Also is it ok to PM you or is that pushing my luck...

PM's are fine. However if it is a general question about SF or SF training, from which someone else may benefit, it would be best to ask it in the open.

As well, be aware the same thing applies to questions via PM as they do to those posted in the open (ie: relevance, thought out, and well researched).

HTH,

Crip

**Team Sergeant** · 02-05-2008, 15:26

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Originally Posted by medic1551

Thank you for the fast response, I will search the forums more to find out any more questions I have. Also is it ok to PM you or is that pushing my luck with an SF person since Im not even enlisted?

That would depend entirely on whom you're pushing........

Surgicalcric is an Active Duty Special Forces soldier and 18D, you are not going to receive a better answer.

Remember, most will not even make it into Special Forces and you're already asking to be an SF medic......

Now move out an draw fire else where.

Team Sergeant

Scimitar · 02-05-2008, 16:57

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Originally Posted by Surgicalcric

Unless things have changed since I graduated the course you will need a minimum GT score of 110 to be considered for training

Hello SurgicalCric,

My understanding is that 110 is required for ARNG, but an AD applicant can now apply for a waiver is their score is between 100 - 109. I am not sure if a waiver can be obtained for ARNG?

Scimitar

**The Reaper** · 02-06-2008, 09:42

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Originally Posted by Scimitar

Hello SurgicalCric,

My understanding is that 110 is required for ARNG, but an AD applicant can now apply for a waiver is their score is between 100 - 109. I am not sure if a waiver can be obtained for ARNG?

Scimitar

Low GTs and waivered personnel are not normally slotted for 18D training as they are deemed to lack the mental capacity to successfully complete the 18D academic requirements.

The first time the ASVAB is taken is normally used for slotting as it is a test that people tend to "learn" or do better on as they continue to take it, rendering artificially higher scores.

TR

Scimitar · 02-06-2008, 14:51

Roger that TR ,

Thank you.

Mr. Wizard · 02-06-2008, 16:02

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Originally Posted by The Reaper

Low GTs and waivered personnel are not normally slotted for 18D training as they are deemed to lack the mental capacity to successfully complete the 18D academic requirements.

The first time the ASVAB is taken is normally used for slotting as it is a test that people tend to "learn" or do better on as they continue to take it, rendering artificially higher scores.

TR

Ouch.

**Ambush Master** · 02-06-2008, 16:53

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Originally Posted by Mr. Wizard

Ouch.

Mr W!!

Since you wandered in here from LF and obviously don't comprehend the serious intent of this Forum, I suggest that you reserve your comments, unless your intention is to DRAW FIRE!!!!

Do take care.
Martin

dave · 02-06-2008, 21:32

i kind of fit into this topic so i'll throw my .02 cents out there.

my original gt score was a 109, and while i was an infantryman they sent me to the FAST class to raise my GT score for better reenlistment options and soforth. ended up with a 121 GT.

went to selection and requested 18D first choice and got it
so i'm not so sure they wouldn't slot u because of your previous score

so if u're serious about it, see about raising your GT score

keep in mind they have u take tests there at selection also, which most likely has some factor in which mos they slot u in
or maybe they just need a shit load of echos

Mack · 05-02-2008, 08:02

Gentlemen,

I've lurked on this site for some time and have taken and applied a lot of the advice given. Just wanted to put out that I graduate the 18 D course today. Next target is Indonesian. Moving out...

**Team Sergeant** · 05-02-2008, 08:19

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Originally Posted by Mack

Gentlemen,

I've lurked on this site for some time and have taken and applied a lot of the advice given. Just wanted to put out that I graduate the 18 D course today. Next target is Indonesian. Moving out...

Good job.....

Indonesian, been there, nice place! Enjoy 1st Gp!

Team Sergeant