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Public Services Level 2 First Certificate

at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider

Level 2Stepping stonesGCSE1 yearFull time£1,600

What the college says

Designed to be challenging, active, rewarding and diverse. Ideal if you are thinking about a career in the uniformed services. The course reflects a vocational approach to a diversified Public Service sector industry and aims to give a learning experience combining theoretical course study with practical skills in a competitive environment. All 16-19 year olds on full-time programmes will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills, if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course, until they complete their studies. Suitable for anyone considering a career in uniformed Public Service - the Armed Forces, the Police, the Prison Service, HM Revenue and Customs, the Ambulance and Paramedic Services or the Fire and Rescue Service. The course presents the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge required to access and embark on a successful career in a range of public uniformed services. The College provides unique outdoor facilities for mountain biking, orienteering and learning survival skills, including a woodland assault course. The course is taught by an expert teaching team with wide industry experience. You will take part in trips and visits from external speakers and will have access to extensive outdoor facilities. The College has purpose built pitches for training, for football and rugby, as well as a weights room and sports hall. As well as this there are numerous local

What you need to get on

You need to have 2 GCSEs at grade 2 or above including Maths and English or a relevant level 1 qualification at Merit or above. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Merrist Wood College

    Worplesdon, Guildford, GU3 3PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Guildford

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