The Silver level of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) requires six months of volunteering (cadets), six months of physical activity (running), six months of learning new skills (Beach lifeguarding NVBLQ), and a three day two night expedition which involves navigation and camping. I did this over a period from November 2022 to June 2023.

The National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ) course from Surf Life Saving GB was created to provide individuals the skills and the knowledge required to become qualified beach lifeguards. Water safety, rescue tactics, casualty management, first aid, CPR, and the use of rescue equipment are all covered in this course. Participants gain an understanding of beach dynamics, risky circumstances, and effective communication techniques. Participants in the course perform lifeguarding techniques in real-life scenarios and go through tests to show their proficiency. The programme combines theory and practical sessions. Participants who successfully complete the programme receive the SLSGB NVBLQ accreditation, allowing them to contribute to water safety, prevent mishaps, and carry out lifesaving responsibilities on beaches.

The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is a thorough programme that trains people to work as qualified pool lifeguards. The course combines theory with practical training in water safety, rescue tactics, first aid, CPR, and equipment usage. Participants undergo lifeguard simulations to make sure that they are prepared for real-world conditions, and successful applicants obtain the NPLQ certification, which allows them to maintain water safety, avoid mishaps, and conduct life-saving responsibilities and first aid in pool settings.

The AED Course is a certification and training programme that teaches people how to use automated external defibrillators in emergencies. Participants learn how to recognise cardiac arrest, administer CPR, and use an AED to deliver electric shocks that can restore a normal heart rhythm. This course improves one's ability to successfully respond to cardiac emergencies, potentially saving lives.

The Level 3 Emergency First Aid in the Workplace Qualification is an in-depth course that gives participants the necessary skills to quickly respond to emergencies and administer first aid in a professional environment. Participants will gain knowledge on a wide range of important subjects, such as assessing the accident scene, understanding the role of a first aider, administering CPR, managing unconscious victims, and treating a variety of illnesses and injuries:

• Control and treatment of bleeds

• Management of burns

• Cooling the burn area with cold water

• Fracture management and immobilisation

• Recognizing and treating shock

• Dealing with choking incidents

• Responding to heart attacks and administering CPR

Through hands-on training, scenario-based exercises, and theoretical understanding, participants will gain practical skills needed to effectively respond to workplace emergencies and provide immediate assistance until professional medical help arrives.

The Level 2 Award for Young Leaders (CVQO ILM) is a qualification designed to help young people develop their leadership and management capabilities. Understanding styles of leadership, effective communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and personal development are some of the important topics covered in the course. Participants get knowledge on how to take charge, inspire and motivate others, determine what to do, create goals, and solve conflicts. Young leaders receive the information and tools they need to effectively lead and inspire their peers via a combination of theory and practise.

The APC Four Star CIS (Communication and Information Systems) Cadet Course is an intense training course designed at developing cadets' communication and information systems skills and understanding within the British Army. The course covers a wide range of topics, such as radio operation, computer systems, signals and messages, network management, and cyber security. Participants learn about the proper use of equipment, signal processes, data transmission, and the need of maintaining safe and reliable communication channels. Cadets acquire hands-on experience in operating and maintaining critical equipment through practical exercises, field simulations, and classroom training.