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    What happens if your grade is a C and you have a passion for the army?
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    You should concentrate on your studies first. However, if you really want to join the army, they should take you.
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    How do I improve someone's education?
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    You can improve someone's education by giving them access to all the values of education, such as in providing a better school for that person and giving them access to the internet, library, and you can also organize a study group for that person to be able to communicate with other learners. You can also provide study materials for the person to study with.
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    If I hold a diploma and I got a C plain in KCSE do I qualify to join cadet forces?
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    Yes. Know that preference for officer school will be given to graduates. It is much easier to advance in the Kenyan Armed Services if you already hold an advanced degree. For some vocations, such as clergy, the age requirements are extended to 18-30 if you are a graduate, giving you more time to finish schooling.
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    How do I join the kenyan armed forces?
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    Follow the instructions listed in the article above.
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    Do I qualify to join the Kenyan Armed Forces if I have a degree in business administration?
    Community Answer
    Only if you have taken the KCSE and achieved the necessary score. Otherwise, yes.
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    Can I join the Kenyan Armed Forces if I didn't do well on my KCSE?
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    You can not join the KAF if you have a low score. If you got below average on it, you may not join.
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    Can I join the Kenyan Armed Forces if I am waiting for my ID to arrive?
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    You cannot join them if you are under 18 years of age, as that is a requirement for joining the Kenyan Armed Forces.
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    Can I join the Kenyan Armed Forces if I am in my 30s and I am a nurse?
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    Unfortunately, no. To enroll, you must be between the ages of 18 and 26.
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    Can I join the Kenya Army if I have a criminal record?
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    it depends what criminal record you have. If it's like a minor thing, you could possibly get through but if it's about drugs trafficking, burglary or murder, then you most likely cannot join.
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    Can I join the army without graduating high school?
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    No, you cannot because you must have the grade qualification as it is one of the requirements for one to be in the armed forces.
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    Do I qualify if I have a C+ in KCSE and P1 certificate?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you will qualify to join the Kenya Defence Forces, but you must be between the ages of 18 and 26.
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    Can I join if I have a C- or a D+?
    Wanjala David
    Community Answer
    C- is okay. You can join since it's above average. But for a D +, you can't join, since is below average.
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    I'm short and I don't fit the height requirement. Could I join the KAF?
    Wanjala David
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    You are required to have 5 feet 3 inches for you to join. They do not consider heights below 5 foot.
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