Duke of Edinburgh Awards Made with Xara What is it about? Why should I take part? The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is an international scheme which encourages challenge, adventure, new experiences and commitment. These are also some of the things that the ATC aims to and does provide. Because of this, many ATC Squadrons run the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in addition to their normal training. On our squadron it's the same. We aim for at least half of the squadron to be involved in the Award at any time; doing skills on the Squadron, planning for their expeditions in the summer or undertaking community service outside the squadron. We aim to complete several Bronze and Silver awards each year. Participation in the Award is voluntary and, above all, it is fun! The ATC is a great place to do it, as there's so many activities and opportunities on offer. There are three levels of Award: Bronze, Silver and Gold, each has an increasing degree of commitment. To gain any one of these levels, each young entrant must complete four Sections: Expeditions; Skills; Physical Recreation and Service. For Gold, participants must also complete a Residential Project, away from home for at least five days. Interesting Fact: The Air Cadet Organisation is the largest single operator of the D of E Award Scheme. In fact the first person to get a Gold award was an Air Cadet. What do I get for it? Apart from the knowledge you've worked hard to achieve an Internationally recognised qualification, you also get to to wear the coveted and very smart DofE badge on your shoulder.   Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme at 795 Download or view the latest 795 Training Programme here