The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a
voluntary, non-competitive programme of practical, cultural and
adventurous activities, designed to support the personal and social
development of young people aged 14-25, regardless of gender,
background or ability. It offers an individual challenge and
encourages young people to undertake exciting, constructive,
challenging and enjoyable activities in their free time.
There are 3
levels of award:
BRONZE
SILVER
GOLD
| CONTENT
OF DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARDS |
| Title |
Aim |
| Service |
To encourage service to
others through receiving training in appropriate skills, and
have some knowledge of the needs of those whom they are
assisting. |
| Skills |
To encourage the
discovery and development of personal interests through
stimulating young people to take up and persevere at
satisfying and purposeful pursuits within a range of
activities. |
| Expedition |
To encourage a spirit of
adventure and discovery through undertaking a self-reliant 2,3
or 4 day expedition by foot. |
| Physical
Recreation |
To encourage
participation in physical activity and improvement of
performance. |
| Residential
Project (Gold Award only) |
To broaden young
people's experience through involvement with others in a
residential setting. |
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