Can I reclass out of an understrength MOS by re-enlisting?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 23:34:28 -0500

I apologize in advance if this is a dumb question. A little background: I submitted a WOFT packet but was FQ-NS last board and can’t afford to hold my breath on this current board. I do enjoy the Army and wish to make a career out of it yet, I hope to reclass into a job similar to what I would like to do on the civilian side. That being said, I am coming up on my reenlistment window but, looking at this latest Milper (21-004), it states that there must be a Y under the out column unless I choose to pursue a packet mos. I have a buddy who just got re-enlisted for 15T who currently holds the same mos as I. I am currently a 19D1P, I just passed last months promo board. If all goes well I hope to pick up by the time my window opens up. I’m wanting to reclass into the medical field. I’ve got a 114 GT and am 6 credits away from completing my Associates. I did reach out to our Battalion’s career counselor but was told I’m stuck unless I do a packet Mos. Is there a chance I’ll be able to reclass? Again, I apologize for any perceived arrogance. I’ve scoured for information and this is just a last ditch effort to get an answer.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 30 at 2021 12:14 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 00:14:07 -0500

You need to talk to you career planner. A lot depends on the density if the MOS you want and the density of the MOS you have. They’ll be your best bet.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 30 at 2021 1:35 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:35:27 -0500

You really already have your answer. You're stuck unless you do a packet mos. Those, if you qualify, ignore your current mos strengths.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 30 at 2021 2:55 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 02:55:50 -0500

Also check the in/out roster on hrc

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 31 at 2021 7:37 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 19:37:38 -0500

You answered your own question. The only way out of your under-strength MOS is to reclass into a field that ignores those requirements.

At the time of this writing, the current IN/OUT call MILPER is 20-320. Soldiers may reclass into CMF 18, or MOS 12P, 17C, 17E, 25D, 25E, 31D, 35L, 37F, 38B, 79R (SSG only), 79S and 89D regardless of the In/Out calls for current PMOS.