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Young People

Awards For Young People



Youth awards will get you on your path to success.

Throw out any old ideas that learning starts and stops in the school classroom. Get involved in new adventures, having fun and finding out about the talents you never knew you had. Come follow your passions and live your dreams.

Use the Awards Finder to choose the right award for you.

Some of our Awards

Outward Bound Trust

The Summit 14-day Adventure

Provider: Outward Bound Trust

Outward Bound Adventures all have one thing in common. At the end, you'll know what you're worth. Your confidence will grow and you'll learn how to believe in… more

Scouts Scotland

Young Leader Award

Provider: Scouts Scotland

The Young Leaders' Scheme is just one of the exciting programme elements in the Explorer Scout section. All leaders in the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout and Scout… more

British Red Cross

The RED Programme

Provider: British Red Cross

The RED programme is an internal British Red Cross accreditation scheme designed to Recognise, Empower and Develop all young (15-25 year old) volunteers engaged… more

YouthLink Scotland

Participative Democracy Certificate (SCQF Level 5)

Provider: YouthLink Scotland

The Participative Democracy Certificate (PDC) is an award that provides accreditation to young people actively involved in decision-making in groups. It gives… more

CASE STUDIES

Graeme

Graeme

The Queen’s Scout Award is the top Youth Award in Scouting. The award recognises leadership and teamwork and requires high standards of discipline and… Read More
Daniel’s JASS journey - a parent’s perspective

Daniel’s JASS journey - a parent’s perspective

Why JASS?I came across JASS on an internet search.  I wanted to be more involved in his preparation for transition into High School but I also knew I had… Read More
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LINKS

Amazing Things

A Directory of Youth Awards in Scotland.

Transferability of skills gained through youth work

Download a copy of ‘Get Ahead – Scouting and employability’ – an example of how to identify transferrable skills gained through youth work experiences.

UCAS Personal Statement

How to write a UCAS Undergraduate personal statement

Tips on Writing a CV

Tips on CVs and applications and access to the MyWorldofWork CV builder.

Apprenticeships

A quick guide to Apprenticeships in Scotland.

What employers say about youth work awards

A sample of quotes from employers, and case studies.