Free Level 2 Military Service Course in Manchester. Classes run at MPC Manchester, daytime and flexible across one year. This is a free military service course, fully funded with no cost to you. There are no entry requirements, though you'll complete a short medical questionnaire when you join. The course focuses on gaining employment in the Armed Forces, covering the knowledge, fitness, and skills that military recruiters look for. You'll sit a medical questionnaire on entry, and the centre will plan your learning from there.
Who this course is for
This course enables young people to access an employability study programme course focused on gaining employment into their desired job choice within the Armed Forces.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements to this course although there is a medical questionnaire that will be completed on entry.
What you will learn
You'll develop the physical fitness standards expected by Armed Forces recruiters.
You'll build knowledge of military roles and career pathways across the Armed Forces.
You'll practise the teamwork and leadership skills valued in military service.
You'll understand the application and selection process for joining the Armed Forces.
You'll develop communication and problem-solving skills relevant to military work.
You'll gain awareness of health, safety, and discipline in a military context.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at MPC Manchester, with daytime sessions across a flexible timetable over one year. You'll take part in practical activities, group work, and written tasks. Assessment is based on coursework and practical exercises completed throughout the course. There are no exams to sit at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. MPC Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Soldier (British Army) entry-level role in the Army
Royal Navy Rating starting role in the Royal Navy
RAF Airman or Airwoman entry-level role in the RAF
Royal Marines Commando highly physical combat role
Army Reserve part-time military service alongside civilian work
Military support staff logistics, administration, or technical roles
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Public Services. Builds on this qualification and supports progression into supervisory or specialist military and public service roles.
BTEC Level 3 in Uniformed Public Services. Widely accepted for further study or as a step toward officer-entry programmes.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens your application if you need to meet Armed Forces selection test standards.
