
Transitioning from Active Duty service doesn't have to be a difficult decision. You've worked hard to gain valuable job experience and earn some of the greatest benefits any organization has to offer. Why give them up? The Navy Reserve offers the flexibility to pursue a civilian career, yet preserve your Navy career, benefits and retirement.
The links below provide prior-service members with information that will better help them in their decision to join and process with the Navy Reserve. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or e-mail your Navy Reserve Recruiter at the contact information located at the bottom of this page.
"The Navy Reserve?
But I'm concerned about getting recalled."
Did you know? ... All Navy veteran personnel... who affiliate with the Navy Reserve within 6 months of release from active duty qualify for a 2 year deferment from mobilization.
What about medical benefits?
Navy Reservists are eligible for TRICARE benefits:
You can also take advantage of affordable TRICARE dental care
Costs are as low as $12.69 per month!
A recent NAVADMIN announces the new enlisted Early Career Transition Program (ECTP) effective immediately. ECTP provides opportunities for Active Component (AC) and Full Time Support (FTS) enlisted sailors to transition into the Seceted Reserve (SELRES) more than
90 days prior to their EAOS.
I'm ready to join! What do I have to do?If you're ready to join and just need to know what documents you need in order to join, please go to the section labeled "Attachments" at the bottom of this page and open up the Microsoft Word document named "Navy Reserve Check-Off List", print it out, and when you have all the items listed, contact any of the recruiters featured on this page. Another Resource for Hospital Corpsman
Corpsman.com
Please visit the site often, as it will be updated to provide you with the latest Navy Reserve information.