Whether you’re a teacher, a youth club leader, sports instructor or youth worker, you know the difference it makes when a young person believes in themselves. That’s what DofE is all about.
Young people aged 14–24 can take part at three levels: Bronze, Silver or Gold. It’s not about competing or being first, it’s about personal growth and achievement.
Each level involves completing different sections:
- Bronze & Silver: Volunteering, Physical, Skills, and an Expedition
- Gold: All of the above, plus a Residential experience.
Through their personalised DofE programmes, young people have fun, make friends, improve their self-esteem and grow in confidence. They develop essential emotional and social skills and attributes for work and life such as resilience, problem-solving, team-working, communication and confidence.
Activities and volunteering opportunities done through DofE enhance CVs and university or job applications. DofE gives a young person talking points to expand upon in interviews; and top employers recognise and value the work-ready skills Award holders bring to a business.
Thank you for helping young people thrive through their DofE journey.
Delivering DofE
If you’re interested in becoming a life-changing DofE Leader, rest assured you’ll get support, advice and resources along the way to help you at every stage of your delivery process.
Volunteering for DofE
Understand the different adult volunteer roles and how to volunteer for the DofE.
Approved Activity Providers (AAP)
Basic information about becoming an AAP and submit your initial interest form.
Young Leaders
Learn more about running the DofE Young Leaders in your DofE centre and view our helpful resources.
Learning
Discover what learning pathways are needed for your role and get support with completing your learning.
