It’s rough out there for most people. Jobs are dwindling, and with them hopes for higher education, good benefits and opportunities for people like you and your family.
Those dreams don’t have to disappear. The National Guard can help make sure you reach every one of your personal, career, and educational goals, even in a rough economic climate.
Joining the Army National Guard may turn out to be one of the smartest things you ever do for yourself and your family…here’s why:
Earn Competitive Pay in a Time When Jobs are Scarce. We know it’s looking pretty grim out there for job prospects, and many people are giving up their hopes for jobs with benefits or skill training – just so long as they get a job.
The National Guard isn’t having it. They want to make sure you’re paid for your day’s work and receive the benefits you deserve. They’ll also make sure you and your family have access to health insurance, that you set up a solid retirement fund and that you can get the higher education that will help you for the rest of your life and career.
There are also several large cash bonuses available, including:
• Up to a $60,000 bonus for enlisting under Active First
• Up to a $20,000 bonus for certain jobs and units
• Up to a $15,000 bonus for prior service members in certain MOSs
• Up to a $2,000 bonus for helping recruit new guard members.
Get a Better Education through the Army National Guard. Whether you still need your GED, are looking into colleges or want to go into a specialized trade, the Army National Guard has ways to help you achieve your goals.
• GED: The National Guard’s GED Plus program helps you earn your high school degree
• College: Financial aid programs cover your tuition and expenses, and the National Guard also offers SAT and ACT preparation and testing to be sure you get into the best institution available
• Trade and vocational schools: The Guard offers an Educational Support Center to help all its guard members to get the training they need – including distance learning and alternative credit programs
Take Care of Your Family. Right now, it’s difficult to manage both your needs and your family’s. By serving in the National Guard, your benefits will also cover your family. That means they’ll never go without health insurance when they need it and they can take advantage of the same educational programs that help you.
Some of the benefits available to soldiers in the National Guard include:
• Retirement benefits
• Discounts for department stores, groceries, and lodging around the world
• Discounted health coverage from TRICARE
• Inexpensive life insurance plans
• Veteran’s Administration Home Loans
• Education programs for National Guard members’ spouses
Joining the Army National Guard can open the door for new opportunities and help you take care of your family during tough economic times. Find out more about ensuring your financial future here.
June 23rd, 2009 at 9:55 am
I Want To Join The National Guard.
November 24th, 2009 at 12:54 am
I would really like t join the Army National Guard…
November 25th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
I am a seinor in high school and will either graduate this year or if not will be getting my ged. I am considering joining either the national guard or the navy. I want to join to earn money and learn life skills and to generally be a stronger person. i would like to get more information about the jobs, training, and the pay of both branches. If I could get some information it would be greatly appreciated.
November 29th, 2009 at 11:33 am
I’M READY TO BE APART OF NG ACCEPT ME.
December 20th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
i have wanted to serve my country since i was a little kid and now that im older i want to better my life and this is something i really want to do but it seems like no body will help me i really want to do this i am very persistent when it comes to my country and my work. i am working 3 jobs that dont pay crap i am going to colloge and i feel that if i dont have the army then my life is just going to go down hill and i dont want that almost all of my familey has served this country!!!! now its my turn. if you can help me in any way to better my future and serve my country you would have full filled my child hood dream thank you so much hope to here something back
December 22nd, 2009 at 1:11 am
I would like to know what are the requirements for joining, in my case I am a foreigner and I have college and completed a master, thanks
February 4th, 2010 at 7:59 pm
How old do you have to be to join? What are some requirements? Do they help with schooling? What are some benefits? How much do they pay?
February 5th, 2010 at 11:35 am
17 yrs old, citizenship, high school diploma or GED.
thy will help with schooling, as you can get the same GI Bill benefits as any other branch of the military.
The pay all depends on whether you are active at the time or just “drilling” one weekend a month. If drilling, you will get around $200 for each weekend. When active, pay can range from $1500/month to $7000/month depending on your rank.