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Free Level 2 Military Service Course in Portsmouth – MPC Portsmouth

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyETCAL
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About this course

Free Level 2 Military Service Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at MPC Portsmouth, daytime with flexible attendance. There are no entry requirements. You'll complete a short medical questionnaire when you start. The course is fully funded, so there is no cost to you. Bursaries may also be available to help with equipment costs. Over the course of a year, you'll build the knowledge and practical skills needed to pursue a career in the Armed Forces.

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 an understanding of the structure and roles within the UK Armed Forces.
  • You'll build physical fitness knowledge relevant to military service standards.
  • You'll learn about the application and selection process for joining the Armed Forces.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills used in military environments.
  • You'll gain knowledge of health, safety, and discipline in a military context.
  • You'll explore different career pathways available across the Army, Navy, and Royal Air Force.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at MPC Portsmouth, with flexible daytime sessions across the year. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written work tied to the course content. A medical questionnaire is completed at the start. No prior qualifications are needed to begin.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. MPC Portsmouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Soldier (British Army) entry-level role across Army regiments
  • Royal Navy Rating starting role on ships or shore bases
  • Royal Air Force Airman or Airwoman ground or technical roles
  • Royal Marines Commando one of the most demanding infantry roles
  • Army Reserve part-time military service alongside civilian work
  • Military Police supporting law enforcement within the Armed Forces

What you could study next

After completing this Level 2 military service qualification, you could progress to formal Armed Forces selection and basic training with your chosen service branch. If you want to strengthen your application further, Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths at Level 2 are recognised by recruiters. Some roles in the Armed Forces also lead to trade apprenticeships and NVQ qualifications during service.

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