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re: Anybody here go back to school with a full time job and a family?
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:05 pm to lsucoonass
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:05 pm to lsucoonass
Yea, looking at that pay scale is so enticing. Been out for 6 years now and there are some aspects of the civilian world that I like, but a lot that I don't.
Are you in?
Are you in?
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Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:10 pm to White Goodman
I am irr right now. I'm using my post 9/11 to pay for occupational therapy school.
I was a medic in the army made my e5 in about 2.5 years. had I Reenlisted, I would have put my packet for OCS. Did the army reserve and it's not for me
I was a medic in the army made my e5 in about 2.5 years. had I Reenlisted, I would have put my packet for OCS. Did the army reserve and it's not for me
This post was edited on 12/8/16 at 4:23 pm
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:13 pm to lsucoonass
Does your BAH come on time for post 9/11?
I am using mine beginning next month.
I am using mine beginning next month.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:13 pm to lsucoonass
Yea, OCS would be sooo much quicker but I couldn't see leaving my newborn for 6-8 months for OCS and Bolc.
I hear you need a Masters if you ever want to make it past O-3 anyway, so this kills two birds.
I hear you need a Masters if you ever want to make it past O-3 anyway, so this kills two birds.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:14 pm to MWP
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I guess degrees that are online are the same as brick and mortar degrees?
If you go to a brick and mortar that offers online degrees, it doesn't say "online" on your degree. If you go to a school that is strictly online, then it's obvious.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:14 pm to White Goodman
quote:I know its like that in the AF...
I hear you need a Masters if you ever want to make it past O-3 anyway, so this kills two birds.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:15 pm to White Goodman
I'm in undergrad right now with a family. shite is hard. Most of the major classes are at night after daycare closes.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:20 pm to sjmabry
Yea, the AF wouldn't give me the time of day because I'm prior service. They told me they don't consider prior service no matter what.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:22 pm to sjmabry
Yeah I never had an issue with it
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:23 pm to White Goodman
Yes. I'm graduating the 16th. Prepare for very little sleep and constant overwhelming stress. I'm almost to the point of believing it's been worth it.
Edit to say I'm 45 and hadn't been in a classroom in 20 years before this, so it may be a little easier for you.
Edit to say I'm 45 and hadn't been in a classroom in 20 years before this, so it may be a little easier for you.
This post was edited on 12/8/16 at 4:27 pm
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:23 pm to White Goodman
quote:Getting into OTS in this climate is tough. The AF has been force shaping for years now.
Yea, the AF wouldn't give me the time of day because I'm prior service. They told me they don't consider prior service no matter what.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:24 pm to White Goodman
Yeah that appears to be the trend.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:25 pm to White Goodman
It wasn't easy but paid dividends.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:26 pm to sjmabry
I'm still not sure what the Air Force or navy does
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:28 pm to lsucoonass
Every officer friend I know told me to try to go USAF officer. Straight Cush life. Nothing against the Navy, but I just don't want to be a SWO which is 90% of their officers.
This post was edited on 12/8/16 at 4:30 pm
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:30 pm to lsucoonass
quote:I've been out of the AF for 3+ years, but I know they were downsizing the force. Getting into OTS became more difficult b/c they only wanted certain degrees. I'm sure it's even harder today. The best way to get commissioned is through ROTC.
I'm still not sure what the Air Force or navy does
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:47 pm to White Goodman
Just graduated law school this month (ahead of schedule). Worked full time in law enforcement. Wife and two kids. If you can be disciplined with your time, anything is possible.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:49 pm to Five0
First, congratulations. Where are you located and what are your plans?
Posted on 12/8/16 at 4:49 pm to White Goodman
I did. Wasn't too bad. Just have to find a schedule that works together.
Posted on 12/8/16 at 5:01 pm to SabiDojo
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Where are you located and what are your plans?
Central AL.
I have ideas for some areas to get into on my own. Going to have to figure out if I can/want to finish out my state retirement. I could do that working in a DA's office, public defender's office, or maybe the state AG's office. I'm already vested, but the full retirement would be nice. The ideas for my own practice look promising it things work out as well as the projections in my business plan. Going on my own would allow me to be more picky about cases that could be associated with my niche area. I have already put my current background in LE to work in a murder trial for the "other" side and absolutely loved it.
Pre-paid self-defense representation for concealed carry permit holders is part of my niche practice area that I have in mind. 
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