What is the likelihood of going to a combat unit as a 68P after reclassifying? Will coming from a combat MOS effect this?

CPL Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 13:20:34 -0400

I'm looking to reclass to 68P, I'm just curious as to how likely it would be for me to get sent to a combat unit if I were to reclass. Will coming from a combat MOS effect this?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 17 at 2021 1:55 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 13:55:03 -0400

The closest you will get to a combat unit with this MOS is a CSH

Response by SSG Brian G. made Sep 17 at 2021 9:49 PM

SSG Brian G. — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:49:14 -0400

A previous MOS has no bearing on a reclassed to MOS other than you bringing the skills forward that you learned in that previous MOS. It will not and does not affect whether you in the reclassed MOS will be sent to a combat unit. The likelyhood of you getting assigned to combat unit is the same for any other member of your reclassed MOS.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2021 4:55 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 18 Sep 2021 04:55:36 -0400

The chances that you are able to reclass to 68P are extremely, extremely slim. Nearly impossible. Have a few MOS's that you're willing to accept if they pop up, not all unicorn MOS's either or you will miss some good opportunities. You'll also need a grade waiver for any 68 MOS if you become promotable.

If you're one of those kids who says "It's this or ETS" then start working on your college so you can apply to a radiology tech program after you ETS.

If you do reclass, whatever MOS you end up in, you'll be sent where the Army needs you at that time. The branch manager doesn't know or care about your previous MOS, you are just a skill level 1 MOS and it's plug and play for them. Most of the 68 series jobs except 68W and 68X are in hospitals