Am I able to get a reduction from e5 in order to re-enlist for an mos I want?

2020-07-13T17:09:30-04:00

So I am an e5 with 6 and a half years in service. I am trying to reclass to 11b but it’s impossible as an e5 it seems. Would this be possible? If so would it be horrible for my career?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2020 5:13 PM

2020-07-13T17:13:00-04:00

If it is even possible, you would risk facing RCP. If you've already asked Retention/Career Counselor...and if they said it's not possible....then there's your answer.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2020 6:18 PM

2020-07-13T18:18:30-04:00

Lol that’s just ridiculous. Just go to Ranger School and it’s a quick fix. 11B2 is under strength right now so when it’s time to reenlist you can choose it. Or, you could request an ETP through your BDE CDR to request to reclass. I’m sure HRC would approve that one.
The biggest issue with your request is that there have not been any 11B class seats for a long time. Easier to just graduate Ranger School

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2020 7:16 PM

2020-07-13T19:16:26-04:00

Quick question — why would you want to reclassify to an 11b? Nothing wrong with the MOS but will it really help you once you get out of the military? Think of the long run and your future outside the military. What valuable skills within the infantry will translate into the civilian world? If you don’t care then infantry is for you. Again not knocking it, but I’d want a career that will carry me forward. Best of luck to you and your future endeavors.

Response by SGT David Shanley Jr. made Jul 13 at 2020 11:28 PM

2020-07-13T23:28:00-04:00

I'm aviation, we have many combat arms guys switch over and many have given up stripes, and (P) status SPC. From what they tell me it was worth it as they enjoy the job and the working environment. One a who is now an NCO with he said switching from CBRN to a hydro guy probably saved his life. As I supposed he really disliked being CBRN.