Agored Cymru Level 2 Extended Certificate in Personal and Social Education (PSE)
course information
This course will award you 2 GCSE grades. It builds skills for life, work and wellbeing.
Why choose this course?
100% coursework – no written exams.
Practical, engaging tasks such as projects, presentations, group discussions and community activities.
Recognised across Wales by colleges, training providers and employers.
Can be completed in Welsh or English.
What you’ll learn
Life skills: confidence, independence, resilience, healthy lifestyle choices.
Wellbeing: emotional health, relationships, consent and respect.
Practical knowledge: personal finance, career planning, employability skills.
Citizenship: rights, responsibilities, and active participation in your community.
Digital skills: online safety and digital citizenship.
How you’ll be assessed
Coursework portfolio built over two years.
Evidence from practical activities, reflection logs, presentations and group work.
Moderated and validated by Agored Cymru.
Future opportunities
This qualification supports pathways into:
Health & social care
Childcare and education
Public services and youth work
Sports, wellbeing and customer service
Business, retail and community work
It also develops transferable skills valued in any career and provides strong preparation for college interviews and apprenticeships.
If you enjoy practical, real‑life learning without exam pressure, and want to build skills that prepare you for adulthood and future careers, this course could be the right choice for you.