Spiritual Minded Military Illinois Army Reserve: What Disqualifies You from the Army Reserves—The Enlistment Qualification Protocol
THE QUESTION ON EVERY RECRUIT'S MIND
You're looking to enlist in the Army Reserve. You have conversed with the recruiter. You have completed all the documents. You're on a roll. Then the fears start to take over. Will there be a "no" to my past that will prevent me from being qualified? Have I explained everything to them? Suppose they discover that?
You are not alone. All potential recruits ask themselves the question. It's not an easy answer. It's not one size fits all. Many things can disqualify you, for the answer is that. However, a lot can be waived.
Your past disqualifiers are your weaknesses that the enemy wants you to believe. The enemy wants you to think that you aren't good enough. Before you begin, it's all the enemy wants to do is make you quit.
The Enlistment Qualification Protocol will guide you. Your sword is honesty. The recruiter is on your side.
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THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK
The law is clear. United States Code Title 10, Section 12102, provides that the Secretary concerned shall establish physical, mental, moral, professional, and age requirements for enlistment as Reserves.
This is true of officers, as well. The secretary has authority to establish physical, mental, moral, professional, and age requirements for the appointment of reserve officers pursuant to Section 12201 of this act.
The military has extensive powers to establish standards under the law. However, waivers are also allowed under the law.
No person shall be appointed or enlisted unless he is at least eighteen years of age and a citizen or lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence or be previously a member of the armed forces of the United States.
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PHYSICAL DISQUALIFICATIONS
Your body needs to be at a certain standard. The PULHES system is used by the military to assess physical fitness. PULHES is an acronym for Physical, Upper extremities, Lower extremities, Hearing, Eyesight, and Psychiatric.
Some of the most common physical disqualifications are:
If you have any back restrictions that may limit your lower-back movement, you might be disqualified. If you have a substantial loss of hearing in one ear, you will be disqualified. If you have a heart condition, you may not be able to compete. An improperly healed fracture of the wrist will result in disqualification. If you have a mental disorder, you may be disqualified. There are some jobs that require vision to the same extent as color blindness does.
There is an exception to this, however, as set out in the law. The definition of "otherwise qualified" in section 12102(c) provides: "A person who is otherwise qualified, but who has a physical defect which the Secretary concerned determines will not materially affect the performance of the duties to which the person may be assigned, may be enlisted as a Reserve.
Officers under Section 12201(c) should also be excused for the same reason.
A physical defect does not mean that any person is automatically disqualified. The secretary is responsible for deciding that it does not affect your responsibilities. There are numerous physical conditions that can be waived.
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MENTAL AND PSYCHIATRIC DISQUALIFICATIONS
A commitment to mental health is a priority. The use of "psychiatric" is explicitly found in the PULHES system in the law.
Disqualifications:
A past of self-harm or suicide attempts. Ongoing psychosis or schizophrenia. A major condition such as bipolar disorder that needs an excessive amount of medication. Extreme depression that requires hospitalization. Eating disorders, which impact functioning.
What does NOT disqualify you:
Over and done with depression. Well-controlled anxiety, not requiring much medication. Past trauma (PTSD). ADHD is treated with medication.
The goal is to perform a function. The military is concerned about your ability to carry out work. Past mental health treatment does not disqualify. Stealing is not permitted and will be a disqualification.
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MORAL AND LEGAL DISQUALIFICATIONS
Your character matters. The law confers on the secretary the authority to establish "moral qualifications."
The following will be grounds for disqualification:
Felony convictions. Domestic violence convictions. Drug trafficking convictions. Current probation/parole. Outstanding warrants.
What will need a waiver:
Misdemeanor convictions. Past drug use. Underage drinking charges. Minor traffic violations. Records that have been expunged may be disclosed.
The recruiter is not your enemy. The recruiter is your advocate. There are numerous moral disqualifications that will be discharged if you're honest. Disqualification isn't a punishment! The punishment is for the lie.
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PRIOR SERVICE DISQUALIFICATIONS
Prior service is important if you have served before.
Exceptions to separation include:
AWOL or desertion. Court-martial convictions. Confidentiality of an arrest. Discharge for the benefit of the service. Basic performance or behavior. Fraudulent entry. Failure to meet weight standards. Misconduct. Personality disorder. Unsatisfactory performance. Unfitness or unsuitability.
Wait 2 years after separation or discharge to submit a waiver for these conditions:
Other conditions for prior service that can be waived:
An alien who is not admitted to the United States pursuant to law. Defective enlistment. Dependency. Erroneous enlistment. Hardship. Inadequate health procurement. Minority. Parenthood. Pregnancy. Void service.
AWOL or lost time: Any applicant who was AWOL or lost 5 days or less must get a waiver. It needs higher-level approval for six or more days.
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THE WAIVER PROCESS
The majority of disqualifications are not permanent. There is an option for most disqualifications to be waived.
1. Disclosure: Be a fully disclosed recruit. Don't conceal anything. Don't downplay anything. Never make an assumption that something isn't important. The military will be made aware of it. It's preferable if they learn this from you.
2. Documentation: Gather your records. Medical records. Court records. Discharge papers. Character references. Proof of rehabilitation. The more paperwork you have, the more appealing your waiver will be.
3. Waiting: Waivers take time. The approval authority varies. Some waivers can be approved by the recruiting battalion commander. Others require higher authority. Be patient.
4. Acceptance or Denial: If your waiver is approved, you enlist. If your waiver is denied, you may be able to try again later. Some waivers cannot be submitted until two years after separation.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU ARE DISQUALIFIED
Disqualification is not the end. Disqualification is a detour.
For medical conditions: Some conditions are permanently disqualifying. Some conditions can be reevaluated later. Some conditions can be waived with additional documentation.
For moral conditions: Most moral conditions can be waived. The military needs people. The military is willing to give second chances. But the military is not willing to accept liars.
For prior service separations: If you were separated for misconduct, you may need to wait two years before a waiver can be submitted. Use that time to demonstrate rehabilitation.
The most important factor: The military must determine that your retention is "clearly consistent with the interests of national security." That is the standard. If you can meet that standard, you can serve.
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THE ENLISTMENT QUALIFICATION PROTOCOL
1. Research: Know the rules before you talk to the recruiter. The information is public. The regulations are online. Do your homework.
2. Disclosure: Tell your recruiter everything. Write it down if you need to. The recruiter cannot help you if they do not know the truth.
3. Documentation: Gather every record. Every court document. Every medical record. Every character reference. Every certificate of completion. The more you have, the better.
4. Patience: The military moves slowly. The waiver process takes time. Do not call every day. Do not harass your recruiter. Wait.
5. Persistence: If one waiver is denied, ask about another path. If you cannot serve in the Army Reserve, ask about other branches. If you cannot serve at all, ask about civilian support roles.
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Conclusion
Illinois Army Reserve, you asked, "What disqualifies you from the Army Reserves?"
The answer is law. The answer is regulation. The answer is that many things can disqualify you. The answer is that most things can be waived.
Physical conditions. Mental health conditions. Moral and legal issues. Prior service separations.
The military has standards. The military also has waivers. The military needs people. The military is willing to work with honest applicants.
The enemy wants you to believe that your past disqualifies you. The enemy wants you to believe that you are not worthy. The enemy is a liar.
Honesty is your weapon. Documentation is your armor. Patience is your strategy.
This is the Spiritual Minded Military Enlistment Qualification Protocol for the Illinois Army Reserve. Your past does not disqualify you. Your honesty qualifies you. Fall in.
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