The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

What is it?

What do I get out of

it?

How does it work?

What do I have

to do?

What Next?

What is it?

It’s a programme ofactivities for anyone

aged 14-25

You can take part in fun,exciting and challenging

activities

You can gain Accreditation for these Activities i.e. A Duke of

Edinburgh’s Award

How does it work?

There are three levels:

Bronze (14+)

Silver (15+)

Gold (16+)

There are four Sections:

Service

Skill

Physical Recreation

Expedition

How does it work?

What do I

have to do?

Watch and see……..

That looks great

…...but what else?

You need to buy a record book

Decide what activities you want to do

Set yourself some targets

Carry out the activity/s

Review your progress with your supervisor

Get your record book signed

Be presented with your Sectional Certificate

Complete all sections and gain your Award

What do I get out

of it?

..Fun…..New Friends…New Challenges…

..Improving ExistingSkills…Teamwork…

..Exciting Experiences…..Communication

Skills…Confidence…CV…Progress File…

Independence....Self Awareness…ProblemSolving…Planning…

New Skills….

What

Next?