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[[File:Progressive badges (Scout Association of Hong Kong).png|thumb|right|600px|progression of the badges]]
'''Advancement and recognition in the Scout Association of Hong Kong''' is a tradition dating from the inception of the Scouting movement. A fundamental purpose of advancement is the self-confidence a young man or woman acquires from his participation in Scouting. Advancement is one of the methods used in the "[[Scout method|Aims of Scouting]]"– character development, citizenship training and personal fitness.
There are separate advancement and recognition programs for the three main program divisions: Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing. Each program is designed for its age group and goals.
The Scout Progressive Badge scheme is a scheme which assess [[Scouting and Guiding in Hong Kong|Scouts]]. This scheme can reflect the overall ability of Scouting skills.
==Membership badge==
This is a badge which is required for all Scouts 11 or above who understand and accept the [[Scout Law]], [[Scout Promise]] and the [[Scout Motto]].<ref>Scout Training Scheme P. 16 (2005/1)</ref>
==Pathfinder Award==
Pathfinder Badge is the second stage of the Scout 11 or above, and requires knowledge of [[Scoutcraft]], first aid, safety, use of knots and [[List of hitch knots|hitches]] and so on.<ref>Scout Training Scheme P. 19-20 (2009/9)</ref>
==Voyager Award==
This is the badge most Scouts will get, the third stage of the progressive badge scheme. It is more camping, [[woodcraft]] and [[orienteering]] intensive.<ref>Scout Training Scheme (2009/9) P. 21-23</ref>
==Challenger Award==
The Challenger award is the fourth stage and the second to last stage of the scheme. It involves more cooking, boating, electronics, and community activities.<ref>Scout Training Scheme (2009/9) P. 24-27</ref>
==Chief Scout's Award==
This is the highest stage. Every year several hundred Scouts aged 14 or above attain this award (ratio 1:180-190). They can participate in the Scout Rally regardless of their troop. A unique feature at this level is an overnight hike from dusk to dawn, as well as participation in an international Scout exchange programme.<ref>Scout Training Scheme (2009/9) P.28-32</ref>
== Proficiency badges ==
Proficiency badges are called "greenbacks", the most primary kind of badges, usually earned between age 11-13. They include Angler, Animal Care, Archer, Artist, Athlete, Camp Cook, Canoeist, Collector, Cyclist, [[Dragon Boat]]man, Footdrill, Geologist, Horseman, Librarian, Model Making, Musician, Naturalist, Park Orienteer, Photographer, Rowing Boatman, Sailor, [[Smallholder]] (for animal keeping and plant cultivating), Swimmer, Tourism, and Windsurfer badges.<ref>Scout Training Scheme (2009/9) P. 35-60</ref>
==References==
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[[Category:Scout and Guide awards]]
[[Category:Scouting and Guiding in Hong Kong]]