DofE Skills
Programme ideas: Skills section
Developing a skill helps you get better at something you are really interested in and gives you the confidence and ability to use this skill both now and later in life.
How long should I do activities for the Skills section?
Level Minimum time:
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Bronze |
3 to 6 months |
You need to do one of your Volunteering, Physical or Skills sections for 6 months, the others for 3. |
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Silver |
3 to 12 months |
If you haven’t achieved your Bronze you need to extend your Volunteering or the longer of your Physical or Skills sections to 12 months. |
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Gold |
6 to 18 months |
If you haven’t achieved your Silver you need to extend your Volunteering or the longer of your Physical or Skills sections to 18 months. |
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Performance arts
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Care of animals
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Media & communication
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Music
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Science & technology
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Natural world
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Life skills
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Games & sports
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Learning & collecting
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Creative arts
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Creative arts (continued)
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Creative arts (continued)
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