Hey everyone, so I'm thinking about a career in the military after high school, but I have this thing – I'm super afraid of heights. I mean, like, heart-pounding, dizzying terror. Tried to overcome it but no progress so far. Therefore, I'd prefer not to go into any branches that will require high-altitude activities. Any thoughts on which military branch might be most suitable for me? Would it affect my chances of admission?
I'd recommend considering a branch such as the U.S. Army. The Army is the largest branch of the U.S. military and is land-based, therefore there is less of a likelihood that you'll need to deal with high-altitude situations on a regular basis.
The Army offers a vast range of Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) which gives you different career paths such as healthcare, legal, logistics, and many more, with minimal or no involvement in height-related activities. For example, healthcare specialists in the Army operate in roles similar to civilian nurses or EMTs, and wouldn't have to deal with heights.
As to your chances of admission, I do not believe that fear of heights would be a significant factor. What matters more during the recruitment process are your mental and physical fitness, education, criminal history, and moral character. Therefore, focusing on areas like fitness, academics, and maintaining a clean record should be beneficial for you.
Remember to express your fear of heights during your conversation with your recruiter. Transparency would ensure that they guide you to roles where this fear would not hinder your performance.
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