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
This e-learning course is designed to provide clerks, employees and councillors with an introduction to emotional intelligence and personal resilience and how to strengthen them.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £16.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course explains the terms neurodiverse and neurotypical and changes that can be made to support neurodiverse team members at work.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course addresses some basic first aid responses to common accident and medical emergency situations that may be faced in a low-risk workplace.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course will give you confidence in how to approach working with volunteers, providing training to them and ensuring they return.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, ODF Intermediate |
This e-learning course explores the shadow cast by terrorism and extremism, how to spot warning signs and where to seek support for those in danger of becoming radicalised.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £10.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Expert |
This course explains to councillors and officers the role of the internal auditor in providing assurance to the council that it has sound financial controls and how to appoint one.
| Price | £35.00 |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | ODF Intermediate, Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, Councillor Development, CDF Leader |
This course explores the foundations, theory and core principles of data protection, UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant legislation. Part 1 of 3.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course explains what constitutes sexual harassment, how to recognise it and how to address and report it.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This course covers how councils demonstrate accountability with data protection and UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) legislation. Part 2 of 3.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
This course explores best practice for creating an effective communications strategy that fits with the needs and aspirations of your council. Part 1 of 2.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, ODF Essentials |
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
