Posted on Oct 23, 2017
As a prior-service 11B looking to reenlist, what are the ups, downs, career advancement opportunities for 74D, 68K, 68S, 68W, 15U?
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For a little more information on the situation, I know that I won't know what I am eligible for until I get to MEPs. I've been told that I may not even be able to reclass at all. I have just been keeping an eye on the in/out sheets and the current bonus MOS's as I am assuming those would be the ones that I'd most likely get a spot to reclass for. Mostly I am looking for a bit more information about these MOS's as I have seen that 15U and a handful of the 68 series MOS's are understrength. Also with 11B's being balanced right now I feel like I have a decent chance to reclass out of it. Thanks for anyone that responds.
15U: CH-47 Helicopter Repairer
68K: Medical Laboratory Specialist
68S: Preventive Medicine Specialist
74D: Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Operations Specialist
68W: Healthcare Specialist (Combat Medic)
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As a current 68 kilo reservist I am definitely going to recommend 68 kilo. After graduation from fort Sam you will receive an associate's degree from GWU which I just recently completed my bachelor's in lab science. But I did work as a Lab tech right out of school on the civilian side and started at 17.50 an hour. MLT is also an incredibly good stepping stone to nearly any medical program. I chose to do the PA program at FSU after completing my Ba in Lab science. If you get the option I recommend you choose it. School at Fort Sam is challenging though so if you are wanting something easy don't choose 68K. Good luck on whatever you choose
SGT McPherson 68-K
SGT McPherson 68-K
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Thank you for the response SGT. That's exactly what I was looking for. I'm heavily leaning towards the 68 series in general. This and the 68Cs seem awesome because of the fact that they set you up so well if you decide to get out or work in the civilian sector. Thanks again!
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SP6 Charles Lott
I originally trained as MLT when it was classified as 92B now 68K. Ft Sam programs are great and are great stepping stones to higher medical degrees. After leaving service I was able to "pick and choose" my job. Medical Lab offers good starting salaries in the civilian world but opportunities for advancement are few and far between. I retired as a Medical Technologist with specialization in Blood Banking two years ago at 32.50/hr.
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SPC(P) (Join to see) Congratulations on continuing your service. I look at your choices and my first question is which is going to be the best career path for the future. Civilian careers: 68 series are a good option as well as 15U. Career progression or promotions change all the time with the needs of the Army. Look at these jobs and figure the one you actually want to do.
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Thanks for the response SFC. I am looking forward to getting back in. I have spent quite a bit of time as a firefighter/EMT for a city department and I love the medical field so that is a huge draw for me. My other dream job is getting to work with anything in the aviation field. So either way I think I'm good.
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The question I have to ask is what do you want to do with your life? Pick an mos that will help you to achieve your end goal. For me I started as a 91b now it's 68w. I love being a medic and did get to hit my dream of being a flight medic. I used my experience to become a paramedic then a nurse now a nurse practitioner. Best I can say is pick what will help you with your future.
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Thanks SGT that's solid advice. I've always had a passion for medicine and anything to do with aviation. I think either would suit me, I've done about 10 years as a Career Firefighter/EMT and if I stay in the medical field I think it would be an easier transition. Also looking at the 68C just due to the fact that the level of care and licensing transfers if and when I get back in the civilian side. Thanks again for the comment SGT.
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SGT Daniel Hagerty
The 68c is the LPN correct? If it is then i would say good choice. Not hard to get an RN from there. Like you I started as a FF/EMT. That experience one can not buy when I started my NP the paramedic background helped me more than anything good luck. Also if you are wanting to stay in the reserves once back in don't get it lol it's a bitch trying to get back in after 40 working on a commission packet right now 8 months and counting, good luck.
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