Can i switch my MOS when I transfer to AD from Reserves in the Army?

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 19 Jun 2021 10:54:37 -0400

I want to transfer to AD, can I switch my MOS if I be fortunate enough to be transferred? Or do i have to finish the rest of my contract as my MOS even after i got transferred?
I don’t know if this was asked here before and if it did, I apologize for asking again.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 20 at 2021 8:21 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 08:21:30 -0400

Your career counselor might be able to answer that question, I would reach out to them and your NCO chain to let them know your intentions to get the best guidance.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 20 at 2021 8:59 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 08:59:50 -0400

You don't transfer into the AD, you are separated from the USAR and accessed into the Regular Army, unless you're referring to AGR. Whole new enlistment, whole new contract. You'll be subject to whatever the current prior service accession rules are at that time.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Jun 20 at 2021 3:19 PM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 15:19:53 -0400

It is probably one of the top 3 questions that gets asked on a weekly basis. If you search on here you will find dozens of threads that show you similar questions and similar responses. You will need to address your questions with your career counselor and with an AD recruiter to understand everything that will happen and what requirements are there. You will most likely end up fulfilling your prior commitment before you can cross over to the active component. Current manpower requirements may alter the needs of the different components of the Army but speaking with career counselors and recruiters will help you know what the current process and current pulse is.