Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme -
DoE Service via The Scout Association (2003 update)
What is it?
The opportunity to assist the adult Leadership with the provision of a progressive training scheme for young people aged 6 years old and upwards, i.e. Beaver Scout, Cub Scout, Scout Sections.
Safety Message
All activities must be carried out with reference to appropriate National Governing Body guidelines and the Rules of The Scout Association.
Ideas/Aims
The purpose of Scouting is to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
The Scout Method provides an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law, which is guided by adult leadership. In practice the method is best seen when young people, in partnership with adults, are:
· enjoying what they are doing;
· learning by doing;
· participating in varied and progressive activities;
· making choices for themselves;
· taking responsibility for their own actions;
· working in groups;
· taking increasing responsibility for others;
· taking part in activities outdoors;
· sharing in prayer and worship;
· making and living out their Promise.
Bronze ~
Under 18 ~ Module A of the Young Leaders Scheme+ 2 other modules
Over 18 ~ Initial or Introductory Training of the Adult Training Scheme
Silver ~
Under 18 ~ Module A of the Young Leaders Scheme+ 4 other modules
Over 18 ~ Introductory Training or Leadership 1 of the Adult Training Scheme
Gold ~
Under 18 ~ Module A of the Young Leaders Scheme+ 6 other modules
Over 18 ~ Introductory Training or Leadership 1 or Leadership 2 of the Adult Training Scheme
Assessment
District Explorer Scout Commissioner / Assistant District Commissioner (Adult Training)
* Please state in the Record Book the name of the module(s) or course completed
Review/Assessment
This will be carried out by the District Explorer Scout Commissioner for those aged under 18, and by the Assistant County/Area Commissioner (Adult Training) for those aged 18 or over. The participant should use the review as an opportunity to reflect on what they have gained from their experiences.
