Pros And Cons Of Being A Corpsman
Being a corpsman was a dream job. Meaning I was getting paid to have fun for nearly a decade. I loved being in a position to help people, it’s my calling.
So, what happened? I got married and we had a child on the way and in an instant, rappelling out of helicopters and surviving suicide bombers scared the hell out of me. I wanted to live! Danger was fun, but not so much now and I didn’t want to be gone from my family 26 months out of 32 anymore. I made the easy decision to transition out. I took TAP’s class, saved money and bought a home with a mortgage for my family before I got out. The one thing I failed to do was have a career lined up. I had planned to spend my time as a full time student working towards PA while my wife worked. …show more content…
This is taxing on an agency so, they will reach out to one ideal “paper” candidate (not a veteran).
Companies and agencies don’t advertise this and I would venture to say it’s possibly illegal, but it’s done and there’s nothing we can do about it. Because it happens behind closed doors, amongst trusted peers/ friends. It a conversation not meant to leave the room, but I’ve unintentionally heard this type of conversation.
Back on point. Education in a skill set is KING! Not a certificate, not experience, you need a bachelor’s degree in something, preferably nursing so you can work and advance as a NP, PA, DO or MD.
Barney style breakdown.
1. Thank for your service, I respect you. Is a genuine phrase people will give you. I will the ONLY thing anyone will give you. Tell them the truth, “I was honored to serve.”
2. Don’t get out as a Corpsman until you have a bachelor’s degree.
3. If you don’t know where to look for a program start with Excelsior.
4. Don’t get out until you have invested or saved at least $30,000+, because life happens.
5. To be a successful Corpsman veteran, GET A BACHELOR’S DEGREE BEFORE YOU GET
So, what happened? I got married and we had a child on the way and in an instant, rappelling out of helicopters and surviving suicide bombers scared the hell out of me. I wanted to live! Danger was fun, but not so much now and I didn’t want to be gone from my family 26 months out of 32 anymore. I made the easy decision to transition out. I took TAP’s class, saved money and bought a home with a mortgage for my family before I got out. The one thing I failed to do was have a career lined up. I had planned to spend my time as a full time student working towards PA while my wife worked. …show more content…
This is taxing on an agency so, they will reach out to one ideal “paper” candidate (not a veteran).
Companies and agencies don’t advertise this and I would venture to say it’s possibly illegal, but it’s done and there’s nothing we can do about it. Because it happens behind closed doors, amongst trusted peers/ friends. It a conversation not meant to leave the room, but I’ve unintentionally heard this type of conversation.
Back on point. Education in a skill set is KING! Not a certificate, not experience, you need a bachelor’s degree in something, preferably nursing so you can work and advance as a NP, PA, DO or MD.
Barney style breakdown.
1. Thank for your service, I respect you. Is a genuine phrase people will give you. I will the ONLY thing anyone will give you. Tell them the truth, “I was honored to serve.”
2. Don’t get out as a Corpsman until you have a bachelor’s degree.
3. If you don’t know where to look for a program start with Excelsior.
4. Don’t get out until you have invested or saved at least $30,000+, because life happens.
5. To be a successful Corpsman veteran, GET A BACHELOR’S DEGREE BEFORE YOU GET