This award is suitable for young people aged 14+.  The Award recognises levels of responsibility taken by young people participating in activities of their interest.  It recognises young people’s contributions in a variety of settings including youth work, volunteering, active citizenship and formal education. It offers significant opportunities for young people to develop the four Curriculum for Excellence capacities:

• Successful Learners

• Effective Contributors

• Responsible Citizens

   

There are four levels of the award:

Bronze

• Where young People take part in activities.

Silver

• Where young people assist in activity/event & share responsibilities with others.

Gold

• Where young people take individual responsibility with others in organising an event.

Platinum

• Where young people undertake training and lead an event/activity.

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There is no referral process for this Award.  Youth leaders should complete a short training course (approx. 3 hours) which will equip them with the skills to offer the award to groups they are working with.