How can i get a waiver to join the Army for hearing loss?
Ray asked:
I have about 30-40% hearing loss in my left ear. What branch is it most likely to get a waiver in? What MOS is best to choose?
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I have about 30-40% hearing loss in my left ear. What branch is it most likely to get a waiver in? What MOS is best to choose?
I have a high ASVAB score and i meet all the physical requirements except for the hearing loss in my left ear. I have yet to go do my screening at MEPS.
March 23rd, 2010 at 5:01 pm
Depending how bad it is you may not get a waiver at all. I would call a recruiter and see what they think.
Current hearing threshold level in either ear greater than that described below is disqualifying:
(1) Pure tone at 500, 1000, and 2000 cycles per second for each ear of not more than 30 decibels (dB) on the average, with no individual level greater than 35 dB at those frequencies.
(2) Pure tone level not more than 45 dB at 3000 cycles per second or 55 dB at 4000 cycles per second for each ear.
(3) There is no standard for 6000 cycles per second.
Current or history of hearing aid use (V53.2) is disqualifying. lconnor65