How can you become an astronaut?

 How can you become an astronaut?

Astronauts on the moon

            Being an astronaut is one of the best jobs you could find. You could venture out in space, look at the stars like nobody ever could. If your dream is to become an astronaut here are some of the things you should keep in mind.

How to become an astronaut

            How to become an astronaut is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. You need to have a lot of passion and creativity to do it. According to official reports, astronauts are no taller than 4.75 ft and weigh between 98 and 111 pounds. To become an astronaut you need a Master’s Degree in Engineering or Science, the physical fitness to be able to do what the job calls for. In the United States, you must also be 21 to have this job.

            Things to do while trying to become an astronaut. Whether you choose to be a general NASA engineer or NASA mission specialist, your training is going to take place within the Astronaut Training Program at either Johnson Space Center, Marshall Space Flight Center or the Texas Space Institute.

Education

            Before getting into the program, you must have been well-educated. This will not only get you prepared for the program but also help you with life in space. A Space Academy Before you can be an astronaut, you will be a full-time student at a major space academy or a college. 

            Depending on what discipline you choose, you will spend three to four years studying, traveling to NASA headquarters in Washington, D.C., and do some fun projects. Travel Some of the universities even offer an internship that is similar to working as an astronaut. This internship is offered in a major city in the U.S. Extracurricular Activities You should become involved in some major school activities and community events.

Experience

            The first thing you need to understand is that being an astronaut is not an overnight journey. There is a long journey of training before you can even think about being selected to the astronaut training program. 

            Before you can become an astronaut you have to undergo a year of study, be good at science, and be good at engineering. You also have to show that you have a passion for space. For this, you need to have a love for science and a lot of patience. Science and engineering skills. 

            If you are an engineer, you have to show how you can do design challenges in space. You will be required to build something while traveling in a space shuttle.

Medical and Physical Requirements

AStronaut training

• Astronauts must have a strong mind and body. They must have not only physical fitness but also mental and psychological capability. Being an astronaut is not an easy task. 

• They must be fit and healthy. It takes over six years of training and participation in astronaut school. The training includes teaching astronauts to function in zero gravity, becoming proficient in different types of physical conditioning, and learning about how to operate complex and automated equipment in space. 

• Astronauts need to practice in the space simulator, which is similar to a hyperbaric chamber, to prepare their bodies for use in space.

• Medical fitness is very important for astronauts because they work in a zero-gravity environment. Astronauts undergo various fitness training.

The Interview

The interview is generally the hardest part of the process. Most people go to the interview not knowing what they should do and end up falling short of the mark. Do well at the interview to boost your confidence. Do not make any stupid mistakes such as getting nervous and forgetting the answers to some of the questions. 

How to Get the Job

             Becoming an astronaut requires years of training, you can become a NASA scientist or become a college professor. However, if you have the ambition and the talent to become an astronaut, you will need to travel to the US for further training.

Astronaut trainees

             You can apply for NASA Academy starting from 25 in August.

Conclusion

            Keep on learning and don’t wait for some wonderful opportunity. The training and studies may be hard but it's totally worth it. Do you wish to be an astronaut share your thoughts in the comments section below