Tennessee Career Guide | 2024-2025 79 Tennessee’s Top Careers Serving in the Army National Guard throughout college is one of the best oppor- tunities for today’s students as they seek to achieve their higher education with as little debt as possible, while achieving their goals of becoming an experienced leader, ready to make an impact on their community and around the world. For more information about the Tennessee Army National Guard, contact your local recruiter at nationalguard.com/tn. Who Can Join the Army National Guard? Men and women between the ages of 17 and 35 may join the Army National Guard, provided they are a United States citizen or permanent resident, and are at least a jun- ior in high school or have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Prospective members must also meet specific medical, physical, and moral requirements. What Scholarships or Educational Financial Support Are Available? Education is an important key to realizing your potential. The Tennessee Army Na- tional Guard offers several financial aid programs to help offset the costs of your education. High school graduates are en- couraged to take advantage of scholar- ships, funding programs, and academic counseling. Speak with a recruiter for more information on how to take advantage of these scholarships and funding programs. What Are the Next Steps to Join? 1. Contact a Recruiter Start the process by visiting us online at nationalguard.com/tn, filling out a form, and letting an Army National Guard representative know you have questions. No obligation, no guarantees – it’s just a way of letting us know that you want to find out more. 2. Take the ASVAB If you and your Army National Guard rep- resentative agree that you’re a good fit for the Army National Guard, you can arrange to take your Armed Services Voca- tional Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test. 3. Pick a Military Occupational Specialty The Tennessee Army National Guard has many jobs available that will give you valu- able experience employers are seeking. Following the Recruit Sustainment Pro- gram (RSP) and basic training, you’ll be physically and mentally stronger than you’ve ever been, and ready to be part of the team that protects America. To be- come something GREATER than YOURSELF, contact your recruiter at nationalguard.com/tn. The Tennessee Army National Guard Is Always Ready, Always There. As an Army National Guard Soldier, your primary area of operation is your home state of Tennessee. The Governor of the state or the President himself can call on the Army National Guard at a moment’s notice. Our versatility enables us to re- spond to domestic emergencies, natural disasters, overseas combat missions, coun- terdrug efforts, reconstruction missions, and more. The Guard always responds with speed, strength, and efficiency helping to defend American freedom and ideals. To Learn More About the Tennessee Army National Guard Contact one of your local Tennessee Army National Guard recruiters online today by visiting nationalguard.com/tn, or through any social media source listed below: facebook: tennesseeguard X (twitter): @tennesseeguard instagram: tennesseeguard snapchat: onguard1636 mobile app: tennessee national guard The Tennessee Army National Guard’s pur- pose is to maintain an efficient, well-trained, well-equipped and responsive military and civilian state and national emer- gency response force ready to respond to any state or federal mission. Our State Mission is to provide the Gover- nor of Tennessee with Units capable of performing missions in accordance with the Tennessee Emergency Re- sponse Plan. Our Federal Mission is to provide the President and the Secretary of Defense with Units capable of per- forming their wartime mission. With more than 10,000 Soldiers, the Guard also responds during times of natural disasters to assist in rescue and other humanitarian relief. The Information on this career is submitted and sponsored by
