The Award operates through a system of delegated responsibility. Operating Authorities are licensed by the Award to operate the Programme and to maintain its quality and standards. This responsibility is then delegated to Award Leaders and, through other helpers, to participants. Following adequate briefing, Leaders and helpers are given the flexibility to make informed decisions and are entrusted to run the Award in line with its philosophy, principles and conditions.
There are three separate Awards - Bronze, Silver and Gold with different minimum starting ages and periods of participation. At each level there are four Sections: Service - to encourage service to individuals and the community Skills - to encourage the discovery and development of personal interests and social and practical skills Physical Recreation - to encourage participation and improvement in physical activity Expeditions - to encourage a spirit of adventure and discovery There is an additional requirement at Gold level: Residential Project - to broaden experience through involvement with others in a residential setting. The detailed requirements for each Section may be found by going to the 'AWARD SECTIONS zone.
You also need a record book to record your progress
| Official Limit |
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|---|---|
| Gold | 16 |
| Silver | 15 |
| Bronze | 14 |
