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This section is designed to address your toughest questions and most pressing concerns. It delivers straight facts from the Army—and honest answers from parents like you.

If you have any questions about your son or daughter's specific situation, feel free to contact a Recruiter. Or suggest your own question in the box below.

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Service Options

What are the enlistment options for my son or daughter?

The decision to join the Army is one of the most important choices your son or daughter will make. But what kind of service will he or she benefit from the most? There are several options.

Training

What kind of training will my son or daughter receive?

From Basic Combat Training to high-tech job training, the Army gives your young adult the education and skills needed to build a successful career and become a stronger individual.

Job Opportunities

What kinds of jobs are available?

The Army gives your son or daughter the opportunity to use his or her training in a job environment that encourages career development and personal growth.

Money for College & More Benefits

What kinds of benefits does the Army provide?

The benefits of joining the Army include job skills, money for college, help with job placement and more.

ROTC

Is Army ROTC a good option for my college student?

In short, Army ROTC teaches leadership. Successful Cadets go on to become leaders in the military and civilian worlds. And Army ROTC can help pay for college with scholarships and living allowances.

Personal Growth

Is the Army a good option for my young adult?

By becoming a Soldier, your son or daughter can realize his or her potential and develop into a true leader. A leader with the discipline and strength to achieve more than you ever thought possible.

Deployment

What happens during deployment?

It's a reality many Soldiers face—and one many families deal with at home. But deployment doesn't necessarily mean your son or daughter will be in a combat situation.

Daily Life

What is a typical day on Post like?

What will life be like for your young Soldier? When training is done for the day, a lot more like home than you'd expect.

Keeping in Touch

How will I communicate with my son or daughter?

We realize how important family is to you. It's important to us, too. So we've made it easy for you to stay in touch with your son or daughter while they are in the Army.

Using GoArmy.com

How do I learn more about the Army?

Want to read even more of what the Army has to offer your son or daughter? Here's a good place to start.

 
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