{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EA County Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Award Lead is a member of the County Programme Team and support Scouts, a Licensed Organisation, to deliver the award locally.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELarger counties may have District Duke of Edinburgh\u2019s Award Leads, or may have multiple County DofE Leads (who may take on specific responsibilities such as administration, expeditions or district support). Where there are multiple people supporting DofE at County or District level they can be set up as a DofE sub-team within the relevant programme team.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA role description for the DofE Lead is available on the \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/dofe-volunteer-roles/\u0022 title=\u0022DofE volunteer roles\u0022\u003EDofE volunteer roles\u003C/a\u003E page. All DofE Leads need the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-things-locally/tools-to-support-leadership-teams/how-teams-share-tasks/accreditations/programme-team-accreditations/\u0022 title=\u0022appropriate accreditation\u0022\u003Eappropriate accreditation\u003C/a\u003E on the Scout Membership System which can added by the District/County Lead Volunteer.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGet set up on eDofE\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe DofE is run through a system called \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://edofe.org/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022eDofE sign in\u0022\u003EeDofE\u003C/a\u003E. To get set up with an administrators account on eDofE or to request a change in permissions on your existing account please submit \u003Ca href=\u0022https://bit.ly/edofeadministrator\u0022 title=\u0022this form\u0022\u003Ethis form\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have other eDofE logins, you can find out\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115004366669-How-do-I-link-accounts-single-sign-on\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I link accounts (single sign on)? (eDofE)\u0022\u003Ehow to link accounts\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOnce you\u0027re set up, you can learn more about using DofE through the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/eDofE-Management-User-Guide-LOA-Aug-2018.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022eDofE Management User Guide\u0022\u003EeDofE user guide\u003C/a\u003E,\u0026nbsp;the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJwqW7XmD1vna80L6tOKb3LpsHBDYF7KM\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How to DofE YouTube playlist\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?list=PLJwqW7XmD1vna80L6tOKb3LpsHBDYF7KM\u0022\u003EeDofE YouTube channel\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022eDofE help\u0022\u003EeDofE help pages\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECounty DofE Leads act as verifiers for Bronze and Silver awards, you can access the verifier pathway by emailing dofe@scouts.org.uk\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ERegister participants\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDofE Leads are responsible for registering new participants. You need to order participation places from the DofE before you can register a participant. The participant will then be allocated to your county/area and you can \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115000591245-How-do-I-create-a-participant-on-eDofE\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I create a participant on eDofE?\u0022\u003Ecreate the participant\u0027s eDofE account\u003C/a\u003E. Please create\u0026nbsp;all accounts within 14 days of registering.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf someone leaves Scouts before completing their DofE, they can either be transferred to another organisation (if they are carrying on) or archived. If they\u2019re moving out, this is something their new organisation will do. If not, you can \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115004173534-How-do-I-archive-unarchive-a-participant-account\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I archive/unarchive a participant account?\u0022\u003Earchive the participant\u0027s account\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ERegister adults\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDofE Leads are responsible for \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115003727394-How-do-I-create-an-adult-account\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I create an adult account? (eDofE)\u0022\u003Ecreating new adult accounts eDofE\u003C/a\u003E. Make sure you create the right type of account for the role they will be doing. Only those who support Award progress should hold leader accounts. Others, like assessors, should be set up with a helper account.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe type of account can\u2019t be changed once it\u2019s been created. If someone changes role, like going from a helper to a leader, you have to set a new account for this role.\u0026nbsp;After you\u2019ve done this, you can \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115003727794-How-do-I-archive-unarchive-an-adult-account\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I archive/unarchive an adult account? (eDofE)\u0022\u003Earchive the old eDofE account\u003C/a\u003E (if they no longer need it) or ask them to \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://help.edofe.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115004366669-How-do-I-link-accounts-single-sign-on\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022How do I link accounts (single sign on)? (eDofE)\u0022\u003Elink their eDofE accounts\u003C/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ESupport for DofE Leads\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDofE Leads should complete the Foundation and Delivering the DofE Pathway, the DofE Lead e-learning and DofE Lead training. For guidance of how to register for these go to \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/dofe-volunteer-training/\u0022 title=\u0022DofE Training\u0022\u003EDofE Training\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to discuss with other volunteers, share opportunities or seek support DofE Leads can join:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://m.facebook.com/groups/scouttopawards/?ref=share\u0022 title=\u0022Scout Top Award Facebook Group\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?ref=share\u0022\u003EScout Top Award Facebook Group\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtCBVeqEb9c2rOgNDor0H2\u0022 title=\u0022DofE Leads WhatsApp Group\u0022\u003EDofE Leads WhatsApp Group\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDofE Leads will often get queries from DofE Leaders about the Award scheme. This guidance might be helpful, but if you are unsure please email the UK DofE Team at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:dofe@scouts.org.uk\u0022\u003Edofe@scouts.org.uk\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EVolunteering needs to be for an average of an hour a week for between 3 and 18 months depending on the award they\u0027re completing.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThey can do two hours every other week or (exceptionally) one day per month, for example when doing a conservation project which meets for a whole day once a month. The start and end dates must be the relevant number of months apart.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETraining can take up to 25% of the volunteering time, eg doing a first aid course to be a first aider at events for a charity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe DofE has \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Framework_Volunteering_v4-004.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Revised Outcomes of the Volunteering section (DofE)\u0022\u003Eguidance on volunteering for businesses\u003C/a\u003E. This needs to be in a suitable role and not replacing the role a paid staff member would do.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThey\u0027ll need to complete the appropriate training modules if they\u0027re volunteering within Scouts: including a minimum of Module A of the Young Leaders\u0027 Scheme or the Growing Roots modules of the Adult Training Scheme, depending on how old they are. They should also be given a copy of the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-young-leaders-orange-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Safeguarding Code of Conduct for Young Leaders (Orange Card)\u0022\u003EOrange Card\u003C/a\u003E (Young Leader) or \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Safeguarding Code of Conduct for Adults - Yellow Card\u0022\u003EYellow Card\u003C/a\u003E (adult volunteers).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWe are looking for progression at each level of the Award - for those volunteering with Scouts, that might be taking on more responsibility, completing additional training or their missions (however completion of additional training is not mandatory).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHave a look at the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/do/sections/volunteering-faqs/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Volunteering Section FAQs (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE volunteering FAQs\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Volunteering"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPeople often confuse the physical section and the skills section. A good way to tell the difference is to remember that anything which takes physical effort and makes someone sweat can be classed as a physical activity. Anything else can be classed as a skill.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlease check the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/programme-ideas-Physical-1.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Programme ideas: Physical section (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE Physical programme ideas\u003C/a\u003E. For example marksmanship (shooting) is usually a skill, whereas archery is a physical activity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThere really is an activity for every young person, even if they don\u0027t see themselves as sporty. It\u0027s just about finding one which excites and interests them enough to follow through with.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETo complete this section of the Award, they\u0027ll need to take part in their chosen activity for an hour a week on average, for 3-18 months (depending on their Award level and the choices they\u0027ve made in the other sections).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome more expensive activities, like scuba diving, can be \u0027condensed\u0027 to allow young people to take part. They still need to average an hour a week with the first and last sessions being the relevant number of months apart (see FAQs below).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYoung people might want to try something completely new, or they might prefer to develop an existing hobby, improving their stamina and skill. Remember: lots of the activities they\u0027re already completing through Scouts \u2013 like canoeing, caving, rock climbing, rowing, sailing or walking \u2013 could be a great match.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf an activity\u0027s completed through Scouts (run by us), make sure it\u0027s in line with \u003Ca href=\u0022/por/\u0022 title=\u0022POR Rule Book\u0022\u003EPolicy, Organisation and Rules\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMany of the activities listed below also count towards other \u003Ca href=\u0022/explorers/activity-badges/\u0022 title=\u0022Activity Badges\u0022\u003Eactivity badges\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHave a look at the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/do/sections/physical-faqs/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Physical section FAQs (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE Physical FAQs\u003C/a\u003E for more examples.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Physical"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPeople often confuse the physical section and the skills section. A good way to tell the difference is to remember that anything which takes physical effort and makes someone sweat can be classed as a physical activity. Anything else can be classed as a skill.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf in doubt, take a look at the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/programme_ideas_-_skills.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Programme ideas: Skills section (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE skills programme ideas\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThere really is a skill for everyone to enjoy and develop in. It\u0027s just about finding one which excites and interests them enough to follow through with.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETo complete this section of the Award, they\u0027ll need to take part in their chosen skill for an hour a week on average, for 3-18 months (depending on their Award level and the choices they\u0027ve made in the other sections).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYoung people might want to try something completely new, or they might prefer to develop an existing hobby, improving their stamina and skill. Remember: lots of the activities they\u0027re already completing through Scouts could be a great match.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf an activity\u0027s completed through Scouts, make sure it\u0027s in line with \u003Ca href=\u0022/por/\u0022 title=\u0022POR Rule Book\u0022\u003EPolicy, Organisation and Rules\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMany of the activities listed below also count towards other \u003Ca href=\u0022/explorers/activity-badges/\u0022 title=\u0022Activity Badges\u0022\u003Eactivity badges\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHave a look at the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/do/sections/skills-faqs/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Skills section FAQs (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE Skill FAQs\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Skills"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAll expeditions need to be notified to the DofE Lead to make sure that the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/expedition-requirements/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Expedition Aim \u0026amp; Requirements (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE expedition requirements\u003C/a\u003E are met.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe assessor should be checked to make sure they\u0027re registered with Scouts and have a current assessor accreditation on eDofE.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHere\u0027s an\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://docs.google.com/file/d/1eYphJmYwMNNIcwfHFZ3W-sqI2py2j1Tc/edit?filetype=msword\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Expedition notification form\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?filetype=msword\u0022\u003Eexample expedition notification form\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf922MMWK0TVT0AguQCDN4ktAoq5vuNlZMuZFds3VWD7DyVdg/viewform\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Hampshire Scouts DofE Expedition form\u0022\u003Eexample online registration form\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDofE Leads could consider running open expeditions to support groups or districts who cannot get numbers to run their own expeditions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe DofE advertises expeditions via the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/opportunity-finder/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Opportunity Finder (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE opportunity finder\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and any Scouts expeditions will be on the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/top-awards-opportunities/\u0022 title=\u0022Top Awards opportunities\u0022\u003ETop Award opportunities\u003C/a\u003E page.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Expedition"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAll residentials need to be approved by the DofE lead to make sure the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/running-residentials/requirements/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Understanding the Residential Requirements (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE Residential requirements\u003C/a\u003E are met.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHere is an \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://prod-cms.scouts.org.uk/media/19015/residential-approval-form-1022.docx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Residential approval form\u0022\u003Eexample residential approval form\u003C/a\u003E which you should upload to eDofE as evidence.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you are unsure if a residential meets the requirements, you can email \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:dofe@scouts.org.uk\u0022\u003Edofe@scouts.org.uk\u003C/a\u003E for advice.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFind opportunities for residentials with approved activity providers on the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/opportunity-finder/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Opportunity Finder (DofE)\u0022\u003EDofE opportunity finder\u003C/a\u003E and Scouts residentials on the \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/top-awards-opportunities/\u0022 title=\u0022Top Awards opportunities\u0022\u003ETop Awards opportunities\u003C/a\u003E page.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Residential"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr\u003ESign off DofE Awards\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA DofE Lead who has done the DofE verifier pathway can sign off Bronze and Silver Awards. The UK HQ DofE Team can sign off Gold Awards.\u0026nbsp;The \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Award-Verifier-Checklist-1.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Award verifier checklist (DofE)\u0022\u003Everifier checklist\u003C/a\u003E will help you make sure the evidence is sufficient. We ask that all Awards are approved or queried within 14 days.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe minimum evidence for each section is an \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/assessor\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Assessor\u0027s report (DofE)\u0022\u003Eassessor\u0027s report\u003C/a\u003E which we recommend is put in via the DofE website, as it collects all the information needed.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ECelebrate success\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EParticipants get a DofE certificate and lapel badge from the DofE Lead once the award is approved. These can be purchased via DofE Essentials on eDofE. At Gold level, the badge and certificate are posted directly to the participant.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EUniform badges can be purchased from the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://shop.scouts.org.uk/search/Duke%20of%20Edinburgh\u0027s%20Award\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Scout Store\u0022\u003EScout Shop\u003C/a\u003E, you might decide to supply these or ask leaders to purchase them.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAll Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Awards should be presented at an appropriate occasion.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBronze or Silver Awards are usually presented by the District Lead Volunteer (or nominee)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGold Awards are usually presented by the County Lead Volunteer (or nominee)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ETips for supporting DofE\u200B\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EDofE will send updates to leaders registered on eDofE, but you\u0027ll want to communicate with DofE leaders in your county. Here are some ideas:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECreate a webpage with key information, eg registering, expeditions etc.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure your contact details are easily accessible on the county website, ideally using a Scouts email address.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Communication"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESupport all districts to have a DofE provision and complete their Top Awards.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse the \u0027one section to complete\u0027 report to encourage participants to complete.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse people who have completed their Award to become ambassadors to promote the Award.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHave a County DofE group for Network and others who are not directly supported locally (you can have a virtual DofE leader and online drop ins).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Increasing participation and completions"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBronze and Silver expeditions will often happen in districts - encourage groups to support each other and offer spaces to those who do not have a group.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EConsider building up a team of expedition supervisors and assessors to run County run expeditions to supplement local provision - particularly at Gold level.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECreate a list of assessors who can support groups/districts without access to local assessors and/or people visiting your county.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Providing expedition support"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECreate a local bank of opportunities within Scouting (local campsites, activity clubs etc) to help participants complete their sections.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EShare any local opportunities via your communication channels.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Local opportunities"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELink with your County Explorer and Network Lead to provide advice and support.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThink about how you can encourage young people to complete their Scout Top Awards.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Scout programme team"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhen you verify awards, keep notes of any quality issues eg evidence of young leader training and assessor reports, and make sure you include reminders in your communications.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck in with assessors after expeditions and collate any best practice/challenges and share.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Maintaining quality"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck for and approve Awards at least every 2 weeks.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck \u0027Directly Approve\u0027 periodically and remind leaders where there are sections awaiting approval.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck any queried Awards and remind participants and leaders to respond to your comments to enable them to complete.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse the reporting function to check for participants who have not logged in for a year or more, as after two years we lose access to their personal details.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEncourage leaders to archive people who have left Scouts and are not intending to complete their Award.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse the reporting function to check for adults who have not logged in recently - 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