The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award – Gold Level
The badge earner has completed the Gold Level of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. In using The Duke of Ed Framework, they have demonstrated commitment to personal development through learning a skill, improving physical well-being, volunteering in the community, participating in a team adventure, and engaging in a residential project. The Duke of Ed accredits non-formal education to showcase a young person’s interests and attributes, supporting further education and career goals.
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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The Duke of Ed adds value by incorporating individual goal setting, mentorship by subject-matter experts, logging of effort and reflection, and regular participation over a set duration (Gold Level = 12 months minimum).
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The Gold Level can be started at age 16 or older for direct entrants; earlier if Silver Level has already been completed.
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Physical Recreation must be undertaken for a minimum of twelve months, with an average commitment of one hour per week.
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Skill development must be undertaken for a minimum of twelve months, with an average commitment of one hour per week.
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Voluntary service must be conducted for a minimum of twelve months, with an average commitment of one hour per week.
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If a direct entrant to the Gold Level (has not completed Silver Level first), they are required to complete an extra six months in one of the following areas: Physical Recreation, Skills, or Voluntary Service.
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Actively participate in a four-day and three-night Adventurous Journey. Each journey encompasses: 1. Preparation and Training, 2. Practice Journey, 3. Qualifying Journey.
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Spend no less than five days and four nights away from your usual residence and in the company of others you don’t already know, with the aim of working with others to achieve a common goal (Gold Level only).