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Have you decided what you’re doing for your DofE Skills section?

Have you decided what you’re doing for your DofE Skills section?

From coding and driving theory to aviation, languages, and wellbeing (and more!), 10 of our partners want to show DofE Bronze and Silver participants like you their exciting opportunities.

Read on to find the right one for you – for even more opportunities from our AAPs, please visit the DofE’s Opportunity Finder.

HSBC UK

HSBC Smart Money helps you understand your finances.

It gives you skills for life to set you up for a healthy financial future – from helping you get ahead in banking to shutting down fraudsters.

Type IT! Limited

Elevate your skills with our 13-week, learn-from-home touch typing course. With weekly tutor support and engaging lessons, learning is motivating and achievable. Save time, build confidence and gain a lifelong skill – a springboard to success at school, university and beyond.

GA Driving Education

Learn driving theory, car maintenance, hazard awareness, and road safety in an accredited, assessor-supported online course. Build practical knowledge and confidence while completing your DofE Skills section from home – perfect for anyone starting their driving journey early.

Gimagine

Want to stand out with global skills – and complete your DofE Bronze or Silver Skills section online? Build international expertise with the Gimagine Award: a flexible, beginner-friendly programme exploring German through culture, sustainability, technology and lifestyle themes.

Civil Aviation Authority DofE Skills Courses
UK Civil Aviation Authority

Take your DofE Skills section to new heights with the CAA’s free online STEM courses. Created by aviation and aerospace experts, these interactive modules cover drones, sustainability, engineering, and more.

Whether you’re passionate about flight or simply curious, there’s something for every level. Build valuable skills, explore future careers, and earn your DofE Skills section with confidence.

Blue Sky Skills

Our affordable online cookery and sewing courses with no experience needed – just enthusiasm! The best part? It’s only £49.

Start anytime, learn at your own pace, and build real-life skills from the comfort of home. Get creative with sewing projects, master essential cookery skills, and receive your assessor report upon completion.

Language Alliance

Develop your Spanish, French or German skills within the context of international business. This engaging, practical and purposeful course will boost your ability to use languages in an authentic and real life setting through weekly live Zoom lessons – either solo or in small groups. Earn 16 UCAS points and boost your university applications with flexible, career-focused learning.

The Wellbeing Hub for Teen Tips

Explore what really supports mental health with Teen Tips’ free online wellbeing course for DofE. Through 12 engaging units, you’ll build habits, reflect on wellbeing, and create a final project. Work solo or in a group, earn a certificate, and gain skills that support you – and others – for life.

IBM SkillsBuild

Discover free online skills courses with IBM SkillsBuild.

Sign up today and discover hundreds of professional and tech courses. Earn recognised qualifications and digital badges to add to your CV.

Spark 4 Kids

Learn Python coding or Unity game design with Spark 4 Kids. These online, tutor-supported courses help you build real-world digital skills at your own pace.

Whether you’re into tech or gaming, you’ll gain confidence, creativity, and a head start in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.

Opportunity Finder

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