The global leader in certifying youth achievements
For 14 to 25 year olds
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a way of acquiring skills for the future in an informal way. It is a prestigious certification recognized in the working and university world.
Through developing transferable skills, increasing fitness levels, cultivating a sense of adventure and volunteering in their community. The Award operates in more than 130 countries and territories, helping to inspire millions of young people to take control of their choices; helping young people to find their purpose, their passion and their place in the world.
Rachel’s learning center is the only independent center in Italy to offer the “Duke of Edinburgh International award”
Because there is no better way to…
Try new things, meet new people, discover new talents, learn new skills, help the community, increase your confidence, make a difference, recognize your potential, increase your well-being and know that whatever life throws at you, you are ready
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Why is it important for kids?
We firmly believe that participating in extra-curricular activities is an added value for young people. Through these experiences, which enrich and inspire them, children develop the skills and attitudes that they need in order to become more complete, confident and determined adults. Qualities that colleges, universities and employers are attracted to.
Doing the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an investment in the future of our kids.
How is it structured?
The Award Framework is the Award’s enduring structure that has barely changed since 1956. The Award’s unique structure encourages young people to set and achieve goals in four sections for bronze and silver, with a fifth section at Gold level. Our Framework empowers young people to build and develop the skills that will support them in their transition from youth to adulthood.
BRONZE
For those over 14 years old.
Minimum participation 6 months.
SILVER
For those over 15 years old.
Minimum participation 12 months.
GOLD
For those over 16 years old.
Minimum participation 18 months.
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
Participants positively contribute to society, demonstrating social responsibility through volunteering in their local community.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
It enables participants to develop their talents, broaden their skills, increase their self-confidence and improve their employability.
PHYSICAL RECREATION
This section encourages young people to improve their fitness and performance to have a healthy lifestyle for good mental and physical well-being.
TRAVEL ADVENTURE
Young people discover a spirit of adventure and gain a deeper understanding of the environment and the great outdoors.
GOLD RESIDENTIAL PROJECT
Participants broaden their experience by staying in unfamiliar surroundings with other young people, taking part in a worthwhile project and building new relationships.
How long does it take?
To earn an Award, young people must show persistence, commitment and self-development skills.
DofE activities adapt to their school, university or work commitments, carrying them out in their personal time in a flexible way.
Participants can choose to include activities in the programme that they are already doing, for example sports, volunteering, arts, etc. Giving it a smart goal.
The Award consists of three levels and four sections and is designed to provide a balanced programme of personal development and challenge. Participants complete all four sections of each level to earn the Award. At the Gold level, participants must also complete a Gold residential project.
