{"id":141,"date":"2023-08-21T19:21:46","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T19:21:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/army.net\/?p=141"},"modified":"2023-08-21T19:24:43","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T19:24:43","slug":"army-recruitment-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/army.net\/army-recruitment-crisis\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Army Recruitment Crisis Extend Into 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>(Written by L.C. Fowler, publisher@navyseal.com, for Army.net)<\/em> \u00a0<b>Will the Army recruitment crisis extend into 2024?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Army faces unprecedented challenges in its recruitment efforts, falling short for two consecutive years.<\/p>\n<p>With 2024 fiscal to begin within two short months, will the Army get back on track to meeting recruiting goals without compromising existing recruiting standards?<\/p>\n<p>One option is for the Army, and Navy, to reestablish relationships with companies that actively engage with military-interested prospects, like USMilitary.com.\u00a0 In fact, USMilitary.com produced up to 10,000 age, education, and citizenship &#8216;qualified&#8217; prospects in one month for the Army.\u00a0 This level of service led one of the significant military branch agency directors to say, <em><strong>&#8220;USMilitary.com provided leads at a volume and cost-per-lead that could not be beaten.&#8221;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This leads us to ask, isn&#8217;t this cost-saving strategy to meet recruiting goals better than lowering military entrance standards?<\/em><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_144\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-144\" style=\"width: 438px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-144\" src=\"https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_177220931-300x194.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"438\" height=\"283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_177220931-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_177220931-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_177220931.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 438px) 100vw, 438px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-144\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Fixing the Army Recruitment Crisis For 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Army Recruitment Crisis Table of Contents:<\/h2>\n<ul id=\"main-toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#understandingtheasvabanditsimportanceinmilitaryrecruitment\">Understanding the ASVAB and Its Importance in Military Recruitment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thecurrentstateofmilitaryrecruitment\">The Current State of Military Recruitment<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#impactofcovid19onmilitaryrecruitment\">Impact of COVID-19 on Military Recruitment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thepentagonsproposedsolutionallowingcalculatorsonentranceexams\">The Pentagon&#8217;s Proposed Solution &#8211; Allowing Calculators on Entrance Exams<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#controversysurroundingwokepoliticsinmilitaryrecruitment\">Controversy Surrounding &#8220;Woke&#8221; Politics in Military Recruitment<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#wokenessanassetorliability\">&#8220;Wokeness&#8221;: An Asset or Liability?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#addressingrecruitingshortfallsalookatinnovativesolutions\">Addressing Recruiting Shortfalls: A Look at Innovative Solutions<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#divingintoprogramsthataidrecruitsinmeetingstandards\">Diving into Programs That Aid Recruits in Meeting Standards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tacklinglowentranceexamtestscoresthrougheducation\">Tackling Low Entrance Exam Test Scores Through Education<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thepotentialimpactsofthesechangesonfuturemilitaryservice\">The Potential Impacts of These Changes on Future Military Service<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#asurgeinenlistmentnumbers\">A Surge in Enlistment Numbers?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#diversifyingrankswhilemaintainingstandards\">Diversifying Ranks While Maintaining Standards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#facingnewchallengesheadon\">Facing New Challenges Head-On<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sincenoimportantlinkswereprovidedinresearch1therearenoanchortextsincludedwithinheaders\">Since no important links were provided in Research 1, there are no anchor texts included within headers.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faqsinrelationtoarmynavymissrecruitinggoals\">FAQs in Relation to Army Navy Miss Recruiting Goals<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#isthenavystrugglingtorecruit\">Is the Navy struggling to recruit?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#whyisthearmynotmeetingrecruitmentgoals\">Why is the Army not meeting recruitment goals?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#isthearmydesperateforrecruitsin2023\">Is the Army desperate for recruits in 2023?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#whatisthenavysrecruitmentgoalfor2023\">What is the Navy&#8217;s recruitment goal for 2023?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"understandingtheasvabanditsimportanceinmilitaryrecruitment\">Understanding the ASVAB and Army Recruitment Crisis<\/h2>\n<p>The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is crucial to the military recruitment process. Potential recruits take this exam for all branches of the U.S. armed forces &#8211; Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard &#8211; and serves as a gatekeeper to enlistment.<\/p>\n<p>A high score on this test ensures service eligibility and helps shape career paths within military services. As such, it has become a significant hurdle for many aspiring servicemen who struggle with low entrance exam scores.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Struggling+with+the+ASVAB%3F+You%27re+not+alone.+This+crucial+military+recruitment+exam+is+a+hurdle+for+many+aspiring+servicemen%2C+shaping+career+paths+and+eligibility.+%23MilitaryRecruitment+%23ASVAB&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Struggling with the ASVAB? You&#8217;re not alone. This crucial military recruitment exam is a hurdle for many aspiring servicemen, shaping career paths and eligibility. #MilitaryRecruitment #ASVAB<\/em><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Struggling+with+the+ASVAB%3F+You%27re+not+alone.+This+crucial+military+recruitment+exam+is+a+hurdle+for+many+aspiring+servicemen%2C+shaping+career+paths+and+eligibility.+%23MilitaryRecruitment+%23ASVAB&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"thecurrentstateofmilitaryrecruitment\">The Current State of Army Recruitment Crisis<\/h2>\n<p>Regarding military recruiting goals, not all branches are hitting their targets. The Army and Navy have experienced a decline in their recruitment figures for the past two years, indicating that there is an obstacle hindering potential enlistees.<\/p>\n<p>This is no fleeting issue; they&#8217;ve missed their recruitment numbers for two years. Some barriers are preventing potential recruits from enlisting.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"impactofcovid19onmilitaryrecruitment\">Impact of COVID-19 on Military Recruitment<\/h3>\n<p>One such hurdle has been none other than the ongoing pandemic itself. With social distancing norms and health-related concerns at play, fewer eligible young Americans are stepping up to serve our country.<\/p>\n<p>This crisis&#8217;s impact on traditional recruitment methods cannot be overstated. These challenges have certainly exacerbated what was already shaping up as a difficult year for meeting recruiting target quotas across several armed forces units including the Army National Guard and others alike.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Army+and+Navy+miss+recruiting+goals+two+years+in+a+row%2C+with+COVID-19+exacerbating+the+crisis.+The+pandemic%27s+impact+on+traditional+recruitment+methods+is+monumental%2C+affecting+not+just+these+branches+but+also+units+like+the+Army+National+Guard.+%23MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Army and Navy missed recruiting goals two years in a row, with COVID-19 exacerbating the crisis. The pandemic&#8217;s impact on traditional recruitment methods is monumental, affecting not just these branches but also units like the Army National Guard. #MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis<\/em><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Army+and+Navy+miss+recruiting+goals+two+years+in+a+row%2C+with+COVID-19+exacerbating+the+crisis.+The+pandemic%27s+impact+on+traditional+recruitment+methods+is+monumental%2C+affecting+not+just+these+branches+but+also+units+like+the+Army+National+Guard.+%23MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"thepentagonsproposedsolutionallowingcalculatorsonentranceexams\">The Pentagon&#8217;s Proposed Solution &#8211; Allowing Calculators on Entrance Exams<\/h2>\n<p>The Pentagon has proposed a potential solution to the current Army recruiting crisis. They are considering allowing calculators during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.military.com\/join-armed-forces\/asvab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">military&#8217;s SAT-style entrance exam<\/a>, or ASVAB.<\/p>\n<p>This change is aimed at helping potential recruits increase their scores and, consequently, improve recruitment numbers. However, this plan has raised some dissent among military personnel due to the possible consequences that could arise in the future.<\/p>\n<p>But is this fair to the existing and past Army members?\u00a0 Has the Army used all its resources to recruit the best Army prospects?<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_142\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-142\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-142\" src=\"https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_129300629-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_129300629-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_129300629-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_129300629-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/army.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_129300629.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-142\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Correcting Army recruitment crisis for 2024<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"controversysurroundingwokepoliticsinmilitaryrecruitment\">Controversy Surrounding &#8220;Woke&#8221; Politics in Military Recruitment<\/h2>\n<p>The debate over the role of &#8216;woke&#8217; politics within military recruitment has been contentious. Critics suggest that these progressive ideologies are pushing away potential recruits and exacerbating the recruiting crisis. Opponents maintain that the focus on diversity, equity, and inclusivity undermines the primary objective of our armed forces.<\/p>\n<p>In contrast, Army Secretary Christine Wormuth vehemently denies any negative impact caused by this shift towards inclusivity in recruiting efforts. She believes the opposite is true &#8211; fostering an inclusive environment broadens the talent pool for the all-volunteer force.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"wokenessanassetorliability\">&#8220;Wokeness&#8221;: An Asset or Liability?<\/h3>\n<p>There is no denying that modern society increasingly values social justice issues like racial equality and gender parity. But does this translate well into military service? Some believe yes; others staunchly disagree.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Army+and+Navy+face+recruitment+challenges+amid+%22woke%22+politics+debate.+Critics+claim+progressive+ideologies+deter+recruits%2C+while+others+argue+for+inclusivity%27s+role+in+broadening+talent+pool.+%23MilitaryRecruitment+%23WokePolitics&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Army and Navy face recruitment challenges amid &#8220;woke&#8221; politics debate. Critics claim progressive ideologies deter recruits, while others argue for inclusivity&#8217;s role in broadening the talent pool. #MilitaryRecruitment #WokePolitics<\/em><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Army+and+Navy+face+recruitment+challenges+amid+%22woke%22+politics+debate.+Critics+claim+progressive+ideologies+deter+recruits%2C+while+others+argue+for+inclusivity%27s+role+in+broadening+talent+pool.+%23MilitaryRecruitment+%23WokePolitics&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"addressingrecruitingshortfallsalookatinnovativesolutions\">Addressing Army Recruitment Crisis Shortfalls: A Look at Innovative Solutions<\/h2>\n<p>The military recruiting crisis has led to a need for fresh, innovative approaches. Among these is the Future Soldier Preparatory Course &#8211; an initiative to provide potential recruits with additional time and resources.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"divingintoprogramsthataidrecruitsinmeetingstandards\">Diving into Programs That Aid Recruits in Meeting Standards<\/h3>\n<p>This course targets applicants who initially fell short of meeting aptitude or body fat standards during recruitment. It gives them a 90-day window to meet these requirements before retesting occurs.<\/p>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.army.mil\/article\/242136\/future_soldier_preparatory_course_helps_recruits_meet_standards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">report by Army News Service<\/a> highlights how this program contributes significantly towards improving both Army missed recruiting goals and the quality of enlistees as it offers flexibility while maintaining high standards.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tacklinglowentranceexamtestscoresthrougheducation\">Tackling Low Entrance Exam Test Scores Through Education<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to physical fitness, low entrance exam test scores have been another barrier for many potential recruits. The military&#8217;s SAT-style entrance exam often proves challenging; hence programs are being developed that focus on educational preparation prior to joining the armed forces.<\/p>\n<p>Online resources, such as practice tests and study guides, can be helpful to here providing practice tests and study guides.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Facing+recruiting+shortfalls%2C+the+military+introduces+innovative+solutions+like+Future+Soldier+Preparatory+Course.+This+initiative+helps+potential+recruits+meet+standards+in+90+days+before+retesting%21+%23MilitaryRecruitment&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Facing recruiting shortfalls, the military introduces innovative solutions like Future Soldier Preparatory Course. This initiative helps potential recruits meet standards in 90 days before retesting. #MilitaryRecruitment<\/em><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Facing+recruiting+shortfalls%2C+the+military+introduces+innovative+solutions+like+Future+Soldier+Preparatory+Course.+This+initiative+helps+potential+recruits+meet+standards+in+90+days+before+retesting%21+%23MilitaryRecruitment&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"thepotentialimpactsofthesechangesonfuturemilitaryservice\">The Potential Impacts of These Changes on Future Military Service<\/h2>\n<p>As the military grapples with a recruiting slump, changes in their approach are inevitable. The shift towards allowing calculators during entrance exams and implementing programs like the Future Soldier Preparatory Course could have far-reaching implications.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s unpack these potential impacts:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"asurgeinenlistmentnumbers\">A Surge in Enlistment Numbers?<\/h3>\n<p>The decision to permit calculator use might increase ASVAB scores, leading to more successful enlistments. However, there is apprehension that this may lead to an influx of recruits who lack fundamental mathematical skills crucial for certain roles within the armed forces.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"diversifyingrankswhilemaintainingstandards\">Diversifying Ranks While Maintaining Standards<\/h3>\n<p>Innovative initiatives aimed at helping applicants meet standards can potentially diversify our all-volunteer force by providing opportunities for those previously unable to qualify due to low entrance exam test scores or body fat percentages. Yet, questions arise about maintaining rigorous training and readiness levels amidst such adjustments.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"facingnewchallengesheadon\">Facing New Challenges Head-On<\/h3>\n<p>Military services must balance achieving recruitment goals and ensuring quality among its ranks while navigating this military recruiting crisis. This delicate balancing act will shape the face and future capabilities of our nation&#8217;s defense forces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note: Since no important links were provided per instructions from the previous output analysis done using the AI model Research 1 (this sentence is added here just because it was present in the given sample), no anchor texts are included within the headers above.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Facing+a+recruitment+slump%2C+the+military+is+changing+its+approach.+Will+allowing+calculators+during+entrance+exams+and+implementing+new+programs+boost+enlistment+numbers+or+pose+new+challenges%3F+%23MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Facing a recruitment slump, the military is changing its approach. Will allowing calculators during entrance exams and implementing new programs boost enlistment numbers or pose new challenges? #MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis<\/em><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Facing+a+recruitment+slump%2C+the+military+is+changing+its+approach.+Will+allowing+calculators+during+entrance+exams+and+implementing+new+programs+boost+enlistment+numbers+or+pose+new+challenges%3F+%23MilitaryRecruitmentCrisis&amp;via=&amp;related=&amp;url=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"faqsinrelationtoarmynavymissrecruitinggoals\">FAQs with Army Recruitment Crisis<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"isthenavystrugglingtorecruit\">Is the Navy struggling to recruit?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the Navy is also struggling with meeting its recruiting goals.\u00a0 However, the Navy is now considering all its options for 2024, including using nongovernment military active companies.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"whyisthearmynotmeetingrecruitmentgoals\">Why is the Army not meeting recruitment goals?<\/h3>\n<p>The Army isn&#8217;t reaching its recruiting targets because of stringent entrance exam requirements, a reduced pool of eligible recruits, and shifts in societal attitudes towards military service.<\/p>\n<h3>Will the Army again use documented and proven successful nongovernmental agencies to assist their recruiting efforts?<\/h3>\n<p>The attraction of civilian companies like USMilitary.com, they guarantee each lead and every prospect is age, education, and citizenship qualified.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\">Army Recruiting Crisis Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The military recruitment crisis is complex, with the Army and Navy missing their goals.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding the ASVAB test&#8217;s importance in qualifying recruits sheds light on why high scores are crucial.<\/p>\n<p>COVID-19 has undeniably shrunk the pool of eligible young Americans, further exacerbating this challenge.<\/p>\n<p>The Pentagon&#8217;s proposed solution &#8211; allowing calculators on entrance exams &#8211; could potentially impact ASVAB scores and recruitment numbers.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Woke&#8221; politics have stirred controversy, but Army Secretary Christine Wormuth denies its role in recruiting issues.<\/p>\n<p>Creative solutions like the Future Soldier Preparatory Course offer hope by helping potential recruits meet requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Some active military recruiting agencies have already performed extraordinarily well for the Army and Navy. It will be interesting to see if these agencies answer the call to provide qualified prospects in 2024 without compromising established military standards.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Will the Army again use documented and proven successful nongovernmental agencies to assist their recruiting efforts?  The attraction of civilian companies like USMilitary.com, they guarantee each lead and every prospect is age, education, and citizenship qualified. The military recruitment crisis is complex, with the Army and Navy missing their goals.  Understanding the ASVAB test&#8217;s importance in qualifying recruits sheds light on why high scores are crucial.  COVID-19 has undeniably shrunk the pool of eligible young Americans, further exacerbating this challenge.  The Pentagon&#8217;s proposed solution &#8211; allowing calculators on entrance exams &#8211; could potentially impact ASVAB scores and recruitment numbers.  &#8220;Woke&#8221; politics have stirred controversy, but Army Secretary Christine Wormuth denies its role in recruiting issues.  Creative solutions like the Future Soldier Preparatory Course offer hope by helping potential recruits meet requirements.<br \/>\nSome active military recruiting agencies have already performed extraordinarily well for the Army and Navy. 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