Hi Mr/Ms JReeves,
Having faced the same problems a few years ago at a similar age to you, I wrote an article (mere
days ago) which details
how to become a pilot with the civilian route. Tells you more about the licences, order they come in and how/where to get them.
Hopefully you'll find it useful.
As I said, I've been where you are now - so any questions just fire them across my bow.
WP
