10 Things They Don't Tell You About MEPS

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  • @jordanlira8047
    @jordanlira8047 2 роки тому +30

    I just went to meps a few days ago, I did a overnight at the hotel & we left for meps at 0445am and was done with the physical portion at 1400.Meps is a lot of “hurry up and wait”. Expect your days at meps to be long, plenty of waiting around but your not there till 1900. I appreciate this Video for new soldiers wanting to join and wanted to do as much research as possible beforehand.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Thankyou for your comment 💕my MEPS experience ended super late around 7pm

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Thankyou for watching and please subscribe 💕

    • @gavinmangum9438
      @gavinmangum9438 2 роки тому

      Are you able to bring a bag into the MEPS station? Or does it have to stay at the hotel

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      @@gavinmangum9438 all belongings such as a phone will be kept in a big room that will be locked (at MEPS). Do not leave anything at the hotel because you'll only be staying there 1 night !

  • @vietmostwanted
    @vietmostwanted 2 роки тому +23

    I'm still waiting on my recruiter for meps to approve my medical documents i have nothing wrong with me. Feels like I'm never gonna go to meps they cancelled me twice!! One was because of Presidents day 2nd was they in the process of looking up my pharmacy and medical records. I need prayers i hope to get to enlist asap

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +2

      Worse comes to worse you may have to find another office In your city and just transfer your records there. That's super annoying and I'm sorry your going through that.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Hopefully they'll respond back asap keep calling your recruiter !

    • @vietmostwanted
      @vietmostwanted 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 thanks !😊

  • @tysonazure6168
    @tysonazure6168 Рік тому +31

    Say no, that’s the best advice I can give you. If you answer yes they’ll ruin your life😂

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +3

      😂😂😂

    • @Misswhite201
      @Misswhite201 Рік тому +6

      I’m literally goin to MEPS tmr 😢kinda nervous

    • @tysonazure6168
      @tysonazure6168 Рік тому +5

      @@Misswhite201 hey I’m headed over to meps tmr for one last sign off, it’s okay to be nervous I can guarantee you everybody else who’s there is also nervous, if you have time read over a practice asvab all you need is a 31 but if you want a good job I’d go for a higher score on the asvab. Good luck!!

    • @Misswhite201
      @Misswhite201 Рік тому +2

      @@tysonazure6168 thank you 🙏

    • @anthonyfletcher8053
      @anthonyfletcher8053 Рік тому

      @@Misswhite201 how’d it go?

  • @bri6275
    @bri6275 2 роки тому +4

    Do I have to remove my toe nail polish? Im going Tuesday! 🥰 and also my granny panties are sheer.. kinda stressed about that. Should I get another pair?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +4

      Don't worry about the panties lol but yes you have to remove the polish so they see if your feet has any fungus or strange injuries etc. definitely watch my MEPS video on my channel for more info ! Best of luck ❤️

  • @TN-cr8cu
    @TN-cr8cu 2 роки тому +7

    Thank you for all the great videos about bct! I'm shipping out to Jackson in 3 days !

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Wow time flies ! I can't wait to hear from you when you graduate 💕😃keep in touch !

  • @angelbarraza8671
    @angelbarraza8671 Рік тому +4

    I lied to my recruiter about not having injuries and when I went to MEPS doctor he saw the scar on my arm from surgery. I tried to lie to him but I confessed and he told me I needed my medical records and for my recruiter to fax it to him. What are the chances it could ruined my enlistment?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +2

      I'm pretty sure you'll be fine... but I can't really guarantee that

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +2

      It depends on what the surgery was for

    • @lovealwaysjasmine
      @lovealwaysjasmine Рік тому

      How’d it go?

    • @angelbarraza8671
      @angelbarraza8671 Рік тому +4

      @@lovealwaysjasmine I finally got accepted for the army and I will be shipped out on 8/29/23

    • @angelbarraza8671
      @angelbarraza8671 Рік тому

      @@joypressley4821 I broke my arm back in 2010 and got metal plates but I finally got medically cleared. I learned my lesson to never lie on government application.

  • @allykat7416
    @allykat7416 2 роки тому +6

    Do you get re-weighed when you first get to BMT ?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +4

      They will weigh you usually twice in the same day at MEPS. They will also re-weigh you before you ship off to basic training

  • @koolbeans5111
    @koolbeans5111 11 місяців тому +1

    how does mhs genesis work? do they pull it up no matter what or depending on their suspicions ?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  11 місяців тому +1

      It's a medical portal for all your appointments. Usually people who are already in the Army use it to keep track of medications, appointments, and lab results.

  • @ayouboubari8328
    @ayouboubari8328 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your advice i just want to ask you how i can pass asvab succefuly

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Thankyou for watching ! Go watch my "How To Pass The ASVAB Video" on my channel

  • @michaelbrent4430
    @michaelbrent4430 Рік тому

    I think this video is very accurate except one thing. I signed the golden contract. Took the oath. Was in the DEP. unfortunately, my physical expired and I had to go to a MEPS facility that I hadn’t been to. The CMO disqualified me and I was told I could no longer join.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому

      Medical can be a main factor why people can't join.. I'm sorry that happened to you. There's always other routes and avenues to take instead of the Army

    • @michaelbrent4430
      @michaelbrent4430 Рік тому

      @@joypressley4821 I wasn’t the only one barred at my MEPS… the CMO had a case against her, and as it sucks for me, I do know my disqualification I sealed the deal for her.
      And it wasn’t even medical. It was one cavity. Just to help out things in perspective

  • @vicyttt
    @vicyttt 2 роки тому +2

    Is Meps different for each branch?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +3

      It's all the same medical evaluations but towards the end of the process, each branch has their own separate offices downstairs to discuss all the details and the signing of the big contract. Check out my other MEPS video on my channel from a year ago.

    • @anthonyfletcher8053
      @anthonyfletcher8053 Рік тому

      @@joypressley4821 is it true they can NOW look at your medical records?
      I know before they legally could not get them unless you gave them consent.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому

      @@anthonyfletcher8053 I believe they can now.. things are changing everyday. But it's best to just go and see what happens, if you don't over talk you should be fine

  • @Crixility
    @Crixility 2 роки тому +6

    Hey did they check you for scars and all that stuff? Because I have self harm scars and honestly really nervous about it.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +2

      You will be in your underwear so yes the doctors will see your bare arms and legs

    • @violetgardunodecasas3109
      @violetgardunodecasas3109 2 роки тому

      Will you get disqualified?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +2

      @@violetgardunodecasas3109 it all depends on how servere they look. It's normal to have scars from normal everyday activities, but it's it's self inflicted cuts... then that might raise suspicion

    • @germaliynpaulino8532
      @germaliynpaulino8532 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 would they say or think of anything about acne scars of like mosquito bites scar ?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      @@germaliynpaulino8532 doctors can tell what's normal and what's self inflicted

  • @yumikazoe2045
    @yumikazoe2045 Рік тому +2

    Just a question, for the hearing test, I’m so nervous. Failed it once because I was so nervous. I don’t know what a good way to pass that, could you let me know what a good way to pass?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +2

      Even if you hear the slightest or faintest beep press the button

    • @DIAMONDBACK__6
      @DIAMONDBACK__6 Рік тому +1

      my recruiter told me it helps to make sure you breathe slowly, forgetting to breathe when you are focusing on the test will make it harder since you hear your own heartbeat

  • @leahxjski
    @leahxjski Рік тому

    can you take prescribed meds in the military?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому

      You have to get a prescription from the doctors at sick call

  • @mari4454
    @mari4454 2 роки тому +1

    What about piercings? What if you put like clear retainers in them?

    • @ChanceandChoice
      @ChanceandChoice 2 роки тому +1

      They'll ask you to pull them out. I just went last week. Ask away.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +2

      You can't have any kind of piercings

    • @mialaraeeee
      @mialaraeeee 2 роки тому

      @@ChanceandChoice i go today i’m so scared.

    • @ChanceandChoice
      @ChanceandChoice 2 роки тому +1

      @Jermia Moore don't sweat it for MEPS too much. I get the nerves, but think of it like a doctors check up/physical. Be chill and respectful and they'll even treat you well. You won't be babied, but it's also not hard.
      The hardest part about meps is the waiting. A lot of hurry up and wait. That will also be a lot of your upcoming military life though.
      Also keep in mind, you can't "fail" meps. Either you got it, or you don't. But even if they find something, you can always set an appointment to see if it's actually an issue or not, and then if it's not, you'll get your shot at joining your branch. You got this 👍

    • @rae7269
      @rae7269 11 місяців тому

      Can we have a small permanent earring?

  • @chelsea20965
    @chelsea20965 2 роки тому

    I have a missing tooth, are my chances of passing AF meps good or will I get disqualified for it? According to google I’d get disqualified but I’m looking for second opinions

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Have you spoken with an Army recruiter yet ?

    • @DessyDess97
      @DessyDess97 Рік тому

      Depends on which teeth you are missing. I had my side tooth removed and a few cavities and I passed thru meps. Ask your recruiter

  • @rae7269
    @rae7269 11 місяців тому

    Do we have to strip? How do we do physical testing in front of everyone with underwear on?

  • @alabisamad1858
    @alabisamad1858 2 роки тому +1

    Must the contract be signed during meps?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +2

      Nothing is permanent until you literally sign your name on the dotted line.

    • @ChanceandChoice
      @ChanceandChoice 2 роки тому

      Some people, I think only the Army (?), go to meps for the medical and picat verification. Then you'll go back to your recruiter lock an MOS in, then schedule a visit just for the swear in/signing all paperwork.

    • @Princetattted
      @Princetattted Рік тому

      @@ChanceandChoiceno army swears in too

  • @afred8833
    @afred8833 2 роки тому +1

    I go to back to meps for just my medical I took my Asvab and crazy test lalready lol am I gonna be there all day?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Everyone's MEPS experience is different, so you might be there longer or shorter it honestly just depends. I hope everything goes well and keep me updated 🙏🏽

  • @luhgator3k
    @luhgator3k 2 роки тому

    Do you have to have a required vision to pass?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +3

      20/20 vision is passing. But if your not 20/20 you will need to give them you Optometry records and paperwork for wearing glasses

    • @luhgator3k
      @luhgator3k 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 okay thanks, so as long as you get/have your optometry records and paperwork for your vision you’ll be alright? Cause I know I’m more then likely not 20/20 ..?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      @@luhgator3k yup, bring all your Optometry medical records with you, including the pair of glasses you wear.

    • @luhgator3k
      @luhgator3k 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 okay I appreciate that, thank you so much!

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Np I'm here for you 💕

  • @walkkiria
    @walkkiria 2 роки тому +2

    Can i enlist if i don't have driver license?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Yes lol

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      You just need some other form of ID, like a passport or birth certificate. Also a social security card.

  • @tacticalpause3767
    @tacticalpause3767 2 роки тому +7

    Looks like a younger Jada Pinkett Smith.

  • @alexnick1023
    @alexnick1023 2 роки тому +1

    Hey did they check for medical history and pharmacy records?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Yes, watch my MEPS video

    • @auttiwrld
      @auttiwrld 2 роки тому +1

      Did you do the prescreen? That will show what they will see at meps and whether or not you need a waiver for anything. I’ve heard two things: 1. that they only pull electronic records and 2. They won’t pull anything that you don’t talk about… but I wouldn’t suggest lying

    • @BrotherJApologetics
      @BrotherJApologetics 2 роки тому

      @@auttiwrld for the prescreen i said i don’t take medication, and that i’m not allergic to anything, both are lies im going to meps on tuesday do you think they’ll find out i’m lying?

    • @Zahvion
      @Zahvion 2 роки тому +1

      @@BrotherJApologetics did they find out ? 😂😂

  • @poroyerachealsekonla4864
    @poroyerachealsekonla4864 2 роки тому

    Please how can I get a recruiter?

  • @austinshannon4197
    @austinshannon4197 2 роки тому +6

    I had a cousin that went to Meps and he didn’t really care if he got in or not cuz he just went to test the Meps soldiers because he heard they were rude so whenever they were rude to him he said please don’t talk to me like that and they were like if you talk back you’ll be kicked out. He said yes sir because he knew that was the right answer but continued the same game whenever they were rude. He even asked for a supervisor and he eventually he was kicked out of Meps. When he told his recruiter his recruiter took care of it so when he went back those wannabe badass soldiers didn’t f with him. Hahahaha

  • @javelwight358
    @javelwight358 2 роки тому +1

    That intro song resembles Lifelong Song by Men I Trust

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Aw really ?

    • @javelwight358
      @javelwight358 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 great video btw ua-cam.com/video/o3SWjF8wxCs/v-deo.html

  • @Kaoffiee
    @Kaoffiee Рік тому +1

    Is makeup allowed at meps?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +1

      I heard about no nail polish but idk about makeup... I wouldn't wear any though it's not necessary

    • @strumminandwrenchin9162
      @strumminandwrenchin9162 Рік тому

      It's best to go natural, COMPLETELY! No nail polish, no jewelry, because you will be asked to remove them prior to entering MEPS. Make sure that you do follow ALL instructions from your recruiter if they give you a MEPS briefing packet. Mine did and it helped me pass MEPS TREMENDOUSLY! Just like many MEPS applicants on youtube said: Whatever you told your recruiter, MAKE SURE it doesn't change one iota, or you may delay your enlistment process. I learned that the hard way when asked about any contact with LE, which I admit my cleared and long dismissed traffic citations and BOOM, they dismissed me. I already passed the main hurdles which were the ASVAB, blood test, blood pressure, height and weight measurement, hearing, vision, urinalysis for drugs, protein, glucose, etc, and lastly, the medical screening with complete physical exam. However, it did delay my enlistment process about 2 weeks and I had to go back to my recruiter to present proof of dismissed traffic tickets. All that aside, I am now enlisted in the US Air Force Reserve and I hope you will succeed in whatever US military branch you are joining, BEST OF LUCK!

  • @jennifercarrillo3731
    @jennifercarrillo3731 Рік тому

    When doing the genital exam what happens if you have a bump down there?

  • @aishabankole2489
    @aishabankole2489 Рік тому

    Hello, I'm to go to MEPS next week and I'll be on my period then, do you think it is gonna affect me?

  • @danielamedina8840
    @danielamedina8840 Рік тому

    What is MEPS. No one is explaining.. is it an abbreviation ?

    • @smoothdeszy6722
      @smoothdeszy6722 Рік тому

      MEPS is military entrance process station they do your physicals to make sure your body is good

  • @carlavisuals
    @carlavisuals 2 роки тому

    I have an hydroflask is that allowed instead of a regular water bottle

  • @toribacarii3350
    @toribacarii3350 2 роки тому +1

    Im trying to lose 10 more lbs just to be safe

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      Check out my weight loss video! Thankyou for watching and please subscribe

  • @jakirapressley4612
    @jakirapressley4612 2 роки тому +2

    Not is having the same last name. Let me find out we Kin folk lol.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      Wow omg that rare that we have the same last name 👀Ima ask my mom

    • @jakirapressley4612
      @jakirapressley4612 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 I’ll have to tell you my great grandad name. When I get the info I’m going to dm you on ig.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому +1

      @@jakirapressley4612 follow me on ig @thenaturalqueen4. I also have TikTok @joy_pressley

  • @strumminandwrenchin9162
    @strumminandwrenchin9162 Рік тому

    Ohh you’re so gorgeous!! Care to swirl? LOL JK. I passed MEPS for the Air Force recently and just like the California DMV, its the last place on earth I ever wanna be but am required to go so I can fulfill a professional need.

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  Рік тому +1

      Thankyou for the compliment and happy you passed MEPS. Keep me updated on your new journey

    • @strumminandwrenchin9162
      @strumminandwrenchin9162 Рік тому

      @@joypressley4821 will do!

    • @strumminandwrenchin9162
      @strumminandwrenchin9162 Рік тому

      will do and I will post a youtube video after BMT and tech school about my full enlistment journey including MEPS. That will probably be around June or July next year. By the way I just swore in and signed the dotted line!@@joypressley4821

  • @AdornedbyGod
    @AdornedbyGod 2 роки тому

    Hey! Did they X-Ray your teeth?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      The X-rays should be in your medical records (in a folder from your dentist)

  • @justliftt
    @justliftt 2 роки тому

    Did they check your dental?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      You have to bring all your medical records with you in a folder. Check out my older MEPS video on my UA-cam channel

    • @carlavisuals
      @carlavisuals 2 роки тому

      How soon can you start using your benefits to use for dental?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      @@carlavisuals what do you mean by that ?

    • @carlavisuals
      @carlavisuals 2 роки тому

      @@joypressley4821 how soon can you go to the dentist

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      @@carlavisuals wdym by how soon?

  • @everythinggracey525
    @everythinggracey525 2 роки тому

    Can I wear a wig ?

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      No, you can't wear wigs or extensions. They made the girls literally take it out

    • @joypressley4821
      @joypressley4821  2 роки тому

      At MEPS yes but once you join no