Simonside Outdoor Adventure
Accreditations
Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award
We are a Duke of Edinburgh's Award licenced organisation for South Tyneside Council.
We specialise in supporting schools and organisations with Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) programmes including:
- all planning
- online DofE training
- full, inclusive expedition support (inlcuding on land, two wheels or on the water)
We can offer you a range of expeditions to suit wherever you choose.
If you are unsure, we can help with the planning and logistics. Find out more about our DofE expeditions.
For more information on how to get involved contact us on info@simonsideoutdooradventure.com
BTEC Level 3 Sport - Outdoor Adventure
This is a 1 or 2 year course for school leavers and anyone aged 16 or over looking for a career in the outdoor industry.
This course is designed to be taught in a classroom and outdoors.
As part of the course, you will be putting theory into practice under the support and guidance of full time professional outdoor educationalists and tutors, with a huge amount of experience and skill in working in the outdoors.
For more information see BTEC Level 2 to 3 in Sport (Outdoor Adventure)
Mayor's Award
The Mayors Award is a four part, locally recognised accreditation that is sometimes referred to as the mini Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award.
It follows the same four themes as a full DofE Award:
- skill
- physical
- volunteering
- expedition at Bronze, Silve and Gold levels
It is ideal for those wishing to use it as a stepping stone onto their Bronze DofE award.
You will need to complete a minimum of 1 hour per week for each of the sections.
Volunteering, Skill and Physical:
- Bronze - 6 weeks
- Silver - 8 weeks
- Gold - 10 weeks
Expedition:
- Bronze - Take part in a walk of at least 4 hours
- Silver - Prepare and take part in a walk of at least 5 hours
- Gold - Play a major part in organising a walk of at least 6 hours
For a list of local contacts who deliver the Mayor's Award, please email info@simonsideoutdooradventure.com.
It costs £5 to register which covers the cost of your handbook and certification for all three levels.