Community & environment pathways

2. Course description Summary: If you like being outdoors, doing hands-on learning, and are ready to be challenged within a diverse programme this course could be for you. Course description: This challenging and exciting course aims to support you in developing your social skills, self-esteem and confidence via the challenges you will face within the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the ASDAN Personal and Social Development Award. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) is so much more than a 'pat on the back' for completing a programme of activities. It is recognition of a young person's successful journey of self-discovery and development, renowned by employers and universities alike for the qualities young people have who've achieved a DofE Award. Its balanced programme develops the whole person - mind, body and soul, in an environment of social interaction and team working. You'll find yourself helping people or the community through volunteering section, getting fitter in the physical section, developing skills and going on an expedition. Personal and Social Development will help you to learn to manage social relationships effectively, manage money and build self-esteem and confidence. A range of vocational tasters, such as carpentry, brickwork, sports and cooking will improve your employability and help you to make better decisions about your next step. You will also have opportunities to improve your maths and English If you are ready to learn and are looking for a challenge, this may be the course for you. Learning outcome: To manage social relationships effectively and improve employability. Objective: To develop: Self-Awareness Positive behaviour Intrinsic motivation Good social communication skills Independence A positive mental attitude, self-esteem and confidence