What is the process for prior service going back into the Army?

SPC Austin G — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 00:58:47 -0400

I was medboarded and am looking to go back in. I can and will pass a physical, and am already in contact with a former NCO of mine who is a recruiter in my area. My question is-- once I pick my MOS, what is the process like? I understand I'll be going to MEPS and to AIT, but what is the inbetween? Where do I get my gear? etc.

Response by SGT Robert Pryor made Apr 19 at 2020 1:19 AM

SGT Robert Pryor — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 01:19:39 -0400

You need to start with your recruiter. Many of your questions should be answered by that person.

Response by SFC Everett Oliver made Apr 19 at 2020 9:25 AM

SFC Everett Oliver — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 09:25:23 -0400

Depending on your rank and how long you've been out. I had to go through reception with new troops but when they went to basic I moved to AIT.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2020 10:57 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 10:57:54 -0400

You go through the exact same process as you did when you first joined. You draw gear for BCT at BCT. After BCT, you go to AIT and draw gear at your AIT. Depending on your previous rank, you will be housed separate from traditional IET soldiers.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Apr 19 at 2020 3:00 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 15:00:02 -0400

https://www.goarmy.com/locate-a-recruiter.html

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Have questions you’d like answered? Our recruiters are available to talk on the phone right now and can help you with any questions you may have.

Response by PO1 John Connolly made Apr 19 at 2020 10:53 PM

PO1 John Connolly — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 22:53:50 -0400

In the 14th year of my service in the Navy, I was on the temporary disability retired list (TDRL) from 2001 - 2005. I recovered from my medical issues and chose to return to active duty service. To qualify to come back in, I had to go through the same process as when I first enlisted. I was processed back in through a recruiting office, went through the MEPS, taking all the same tests and physical and approved by the doctor "fit to continue my Naval service." I received Orders from the Navy Recruit Training Center for NAVET/OSVET Training. At OSVET training, uniforms reissued; you'll requalify with arms, physical ready test (PRT), and other reentry training, then you will go up for orders. The RTC is responsible for administratively processing veterans through Veterans Orientation, from ALL branches of the military, back onto active duty. I provided a link below.