LEAD Program C/O 2024

Hello Everyone!
I'm an applicant for c/o 2024. I am trying to get a little more information of the DoDMERB process. I am stationed at Dover AFB right now. Is this something I can do at my med group or do I need a different source?
Thanks!
 
kwilson5oh said:
Hello Everyone!
I'm an applicant for c/o 2024. I am trying to get a little more information of the DoDMERB process. I am stationed at Dover AFB right now. Is this something I can do at my med group or do I need a different source?
Thanks!
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The DoDMERB will be scheduled at the closest civilian clinic possible. You will be scheduled automaticaly once you complete 3 of the 6 checklist items on your application portal.
 
kwilson5oh said:
Hello Everyone!
I'm an applicant for c/o 2024. I am trying to get a little more information of the DoDMERB process. I am stationed at Dover AFB right now. Is this something I can do at my med group or do I need a different source?
Thanks!
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https://dodmerb.tricare.osd.mil/Content/APPLICANT REFERENCE DOCUMENT.pdf

You can go to the med group, but the process will be more smooth when you go through people who are familiar with it. Idk what the contracted clinics around Dover look like, but I went to the one in right off of Rt 1 in Newark and they were pretty good
 
colucci said:
kwilson5oh said:
Hello Everyone!
I'm an applicant for c/o 2024. I am trying to get a little more information of the DoDMERB process. I am stationed at Dover AFB right now. Is this something I can do at my med group or do I need a different source?
Thanks!
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https://dodmerb.tricare.osd.mil/Content/APPLICANT REFERENCE DOCUMENT.pdf

You can go to the med group, but the process will be more smooth when you go through people who are familiar with it. Idk what the contracted clinics around Dover look like, but I went to the one in right off of Rt 1 in Newark and they were pretty good
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I was under the impression that you had to go through a non DOD clinic for your DoDMERB. Thanks for providing the link, and clearing that misconception up.
 
Another question for everyone with some experience.

My high school ACT scores were average, I feel that this is my weakest link... Since I have been in the AF I've completed my CCAF with a GPA of 3.3. How much do they care about our ACT scores especially since we have been in the AF and out of high school for so long?

FYI... I read in 36-2013 that with 36 college credits you are not required to take the ACT or give your scores when applying through LEAD. Can anyone confirm this?
 
kwilson5oh said:
Another question for everyone with some experience.

My high school ACT scores were average, I feel that this is my weakest link... Since I have been in the AF I've completed my CCAF with a GPA of 3.3. How much do they care about our ACT scores especially since we have been in the AF and out of high school for so long?

FYI... I read in 36-2013 that with 36 college credits you are not required to take the ACT or give your scores when applying through LEAD. Can anyone confirm this?
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No, the matrix in Table 2.6 does not correlate Note 7 as pertaining to LEAD, but item 17 is stating that you must submit ACT/SAT scores. Based on the stats @Jen2277 shared earlier in this, I think it is safe to assume that admissions weights their decision heavily on your High School academics.
 
I think you have to have a "qualifying" SAT/ACT score to even open your portal. The Air Force is giving more and more weight to STEM. We are a highly technical force and it makes sense that we would require our leaders to be highly technical. The SAT/ACT is a measure of your cognitive ability and an easy data point for them to measure. I recommend all applicants continue to improve their standardized test scores regardless of their nomination source. Take and retake both exams as many times as you can. Do not wait to take a test because you are preparing for it. Do as much prep and practice as you can in between each test. For LEAD candidates, I have been told that admissions places great emphasis on commander recommendations, post high school education performance (if high school GPA was not stellar), SAT/ACT scores and CFT. The GPA and SAT/ACT requirements may be different from civilian requirements because of demonstrated military experience, ability and potential to serve as an officer.
 
kwilson5oh said:
Another question for everyone with some experience.

My high school ACT scores were average, I feel that this is my weakest link... Since I have been in the AF I've completed my CCAF with a GPA of 3.3. How much do they care about our ACT scores especially since we have been in the AF and out of high school for so long?

FYI... I read in 36-2013 that with 36 college credits you are not required to take the ACT or give your scores when applying through LEAD. Can anyone confirm this?
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7258FFAWPOA said:
I think you have to have a "qualifying" SAT/ACT score to even open your portal. The Air Force is giving more and more weight to STEM. We are a highly technical force and it makes sense that we would require our leaders to be highly technical. The SAT/ACT is a measure of your cognitive ability and an easy data point for them to measure. I recommend all applicants continue to improve their standardized test scores regardless of their nomination source. Take and retake both exams as many times as you can. Do not wait to take a test because you are preparing for it. Do as much prep and practice as you can in between each test. For LEAD candidates, I have been told that admissions places great emphasis on commander recommendations, post high school education performance (if high school GPA was not stellar), SAT/ACT scores and CFT. The GPA and SAT/ACT requirements may be different from civilian requirements because of demonstrated military experience, ability and potential to serve as an officer.
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Check out the ACT/SAT SubReddits for tips on the test, and there is a lot you can do with your score within a month time. I would recommend you take the test as many times as possible; I have just received the ACT for the first time last week and scored a 24, not very good IMO, but with enough hard work I'm hoping to score a 27 this September and a 30 this October. Don't forget your duties as an Airman, though. It is easy to overlook them when you are studying.
 
Hey guys/gals, it's your friendly prior who's been there. This time last year, I was almost finished with my application when I was sent on a last minute TDY. Now, I am hoping to pass midterms, known as "Prog" here.

If you guys need anything, let me know. I was there and the hardest part was the wait from January to March, but you can do it. While you are waiting, take a college course and get an A. I validated Chemistry 100/200 and English 111 which makes my class load and stress lighter. Try and validate a foreign language too!
 
Defender32 said:
Hey guys/gals, it's your friendly prior who's been there. This time last year, I was almost finished with my application when I was sent on a last minute TDY. Now, I am hoping to pass midterms, known as "Prog" here.

If you guys need anything, let me know. I was there and the hardest part was the wait from January to March, but you can do it. While you are waiting, take a college course and get an A. I validated Chemistry 100/200 and English 111 which makes my class load and stress lighter. Try and validate a foreign language too!
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I thought they couldn't TDY you as you have a specialty code on your vMPF?
 
Nebulalabai? said:
I thought they couldn't TDY you as you have a specialty code on your vMPF?
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I was a reservist so my case was a little different. We have a prior enlisted club here where we discuss difficulties and get mentoring from upperclassmen priors. I really want to host an enlisted airmen and show them the cadet experience so your expectations are different than mine were.
 
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