Which test fulfills the requirements for reclassification to 35M, DLAB, DLPT, or either?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 15:19:39 -0500

I'm trying to reclass from Active Duty 11B to ARNG 35M. I was 4 points short of getting a 95 (minimum requirement) on the DLAB, however, I have already passed a DLPT for a CAT 1 language with a L2-R3. My ARNG recruiter doesn't really know if im elgible for the job, despite the reqs saying I can have either or. I get out in 2 months and im not eligible to retest for another 6, if not it wouldn't be a big deal. Can anyone clarify?

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 7 at 2021 3:50 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 15:50:44 -0500

My understanding is that, even though most NG units won’t push you to language, a min score on the DLAB is required. This was also a sticking point for me a couple of years ago (11B to 35). There are a few good books you can pick up on Amazon to easily knock out those extra points.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 7 at 2021 4:16 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:16:53 -0500

DLAB retest waivers can drop the wait to 1 month, have to be sent to HRC

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 7 at 2021 4:50 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:50:52 -0500

You shouldn't be dealing with an ARNG recruiter if you're on AD, that's your first mistake. You need to go to your local Reserve Component Career Counselor at your post, who is the person you are required to go see prior to ETS.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 8 at 2021 1:45 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 01:45:23 -0500

A DLPT only serves as a qualifying test if you're being placed into that language. For instance, being a 3/3 German speaker won't help you if your unit needs no German speakers.