Essex DofE Award Information: In-person and virtual option

DofE can be a game-changer - raising your self-esteem, aspirations and opening doors to employment! Essex DofE is here to inspire, engage and motivate you through your award. 

Start your DofE award at any point in the year and make connections and friends outside of your school. And there's no restrictions as to when or where you can join. We run the bronze, silver and gold award. 

Essex DofE Programme

Our Essex DofE Programme focuses on getting started with the award, guiding participants through the four award sections, and delivering practical expedition training.

You can get started on your award straight away. The booking confirmation email outlines how you can begin so you don't need to wait until your sessions begin to make a start. We look forward to welcoming you soon! 

Option 1: Youth-centre based training - Brentwood, Chelmsford or Colchester

Participants can register at any time and begin working towards their physical, skill and volunteering sections immediately.

Our youth-centre based sessions will recommence in Autumn 2023. At these sessions participants will be invited to participate in activities which cover the four award sections. Topics covered will include: eDofE, team building games, free social time and themed activities on subjects such as first aid and volunteering in the community. This cohort will join expeditions starting in spring/summer 2024. 

Option 2: Virtual training

Participants can register at any time and begin working towards their physical, skill and volunteering sections straight away. Participants will be invited to attend virtual sessions in Autumn 2023. This cohort will join expeditions starting in spring/summer 2024. 

Questions?

Read our frequently asked questions

Contact us

Ask our friendly DofE Award Team a question at: DofE@essex.gov.uk 

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