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What does the scheme involve?

There are five areas which potential awardees must complete before any level of the scheme can be completed.

1. Good Citizenship

A project reflecting the age and aptitude of the participant must be submitted, and the effort in compiling the project must always be borne in mind.

At all levels there should be evidence of research, illustrations, media cuttings and personal opinion. For those participants living in Wirral the project must always be related to the Wirral, and at Dibbin level a study of local government is obligatory.

For participants who do not live in Wirral, the project must relate to the area in which they live, and at Dibbin level a study of the local government is obligatory.


2. Self Reliance

The participant should undertake an activity suitable to their age and aptitude which indicates an appropriate level of self reliance.
At Dibbin level this MUST include a 2 night stay away from home and family
(For pupils with special educational needs this requirement may be amended. Please contact the Award co-ordinator for further advice).


3. Personal Progress in Physical Activities

The participant should make progress in the skills of a physical activity of their choice. There are no minimum requirements and consideration should be given to their skills at the point at which they started this section of the award.


4. Service to Others

The participant should find a means of offering service to an individual, group or organization. Sponsorship or door to door collecting is NOT acceptable.

The chosen service should be maintained for a minimum period of three months.

 

5. Wise Use of Leisure

The participant should show evidence of a positive use of leisure time. Please seek advice before accepting the playing of computer games.

 

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