Councillor Development
DAPTC provides training in a mixture of online scheduled courses, accessible at any time e-learning modules and in-person courses and events. Below are all training courses for councillors - they are listed once by subject matter and selecting a course will show all available dates for you to choose from. Each course also shows which part of the Councillor/Officer Development Framework it belongs to.
Prices listed include the 50% discount available to DAPTC member councils. Non DAPTC member councils are welcome to book a place for double the price shown against each course.
Get in touch if your council is interested in bulk purchasing e-learning modules or whole council training on a specified topic. Call 01305 224460 or email
Across three practical online sessions, learn how to stay calm under pressure, communicate with confidence, handle difficult conversations and build more positive working relationships.
| Event Date | Thu 8 Oct 2026 |
| Event End Date | Thu 12 Nov 2026 |
| Price | Early bird offer from £95 |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | Councillor Development Framework, Officer Development Framework |
Registration closed
This e-learning course explores anti-bribery legislation under the Bribery Act 2010, looks at what constitutes bribery, and provides tips on how you can spot it.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate |
This e-learning course includes a range of activities to help you develop your understanding of cyber security, the cyber threat and how to stay safe at work and at home.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £15.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course includes a range of learning activities to help you better understand the importance of password management.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £15.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course explores the use of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) and how the set up of desks and workstations can have a significant impact on health.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
This e-Learning course includes a range of learning activities to help you understand the dangers of phishing attacks.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £15.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course includes a range of learning activities to help you develop your understanding of video conferencing and the cyber security measures that should be in place.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £15.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course is for everyone as anyone who processes personal data must comply with data protection rules and follow good practice in data management.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, Councillor Development, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course includes a range of learning activities to help identify simple opportunities to make a positive impact on our environment.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course outlines the parameters of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA), how it functions and how requests under the FOIA should be made and dealt with.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | ODF Optional, CDF Optional |
Contact
Telephone: 01305 224460
Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
Member Training: training@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
General Enquiries: info@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
