What does swearing in at MEPS mean?
MEPS is the Military Entrance Processing Station. This is where you will go once you have gone through the initial meetings with your recruiter. At MEPS, you will take the ASVAB, choose your MOS and take a physical. If you pass the ASVAB and physical, you will be able to swear into the military on that same day.
What is the meaning of MEPS?
YOUR VISIT TO MEPS. MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Stations) are facilities of a Department of Defense joint-service organization staffed with military and civilian professionals. MEPS determines applicant’s physical qualifications, aptitude and moral standards as set by each branch of military service.
What is checked at MEPS?
Medical Evaluation at MEPS You will take a blood and urine test (including a test for drugs). Your blood will be tested for HIV, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, RPR, and alcohol. There are also two different urine tests; one is the legal drug urine and the other tests for pH, blood, protein and specific gravity.
What happens if you don’t swear in at MEPS?
Until a new recruit takes the Oath of Enlistment at MEPS, they are not considered to be truly available for duty. If you have NOT been to the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and have NOT taken an Oath of Enlistment, you are free to quit the process at any time.
What time will I swear in at MEPS?
Swear-in ceremonies take place at 10am, Noon, 2pm, and 4pm. Family members will not be allowed to enter the building until 9am. DON’T bring any type of multitools, pocket knives, bladed objects, etc to the MEPS. You will not be allowed to bring them into the building.
Are you a soldier once you swear in?
Take the Oath of Enlistment (swearing in) When you raise your right hand and repeat the Oath of Enlistment you become a full-fledged member of the U.S. Military. During the Oath, every service member vows to support and defend the Constitution of the United States.
How long is MEPS?
one to two days
You’ll officially complete the process of joining the Military once you meet all of the Service requirements assessed at the MEPS. The process typically takes one to two days, with food and lodging provided.