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 course is for councillors and is designed to provide a greater understanding of the different aspects of council finances and their duties in that regard.
| Price | £35.00 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Essentials |
This course provides councillors, officers and employees an understanding for the need of internal controls and how they work, with practical examples and case studies.
| Price | £35.00 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, ODF Essentials |
This course puts your communication plan into action for effective community engagement and a sustainable approach to reaching the public. Part 2 of 2.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, ODF Intermediate |
There are currently no dates available for this course. Please check back again soon.
This course is designed to give councillors and clerks an understanding of what is involved in the development of a Neighbourhood Plan and associated documents such as Design Codes, with a view to enabling them to get started or review an existing plan.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
There are currently no dates available for this course. Please check back again soon.
For parish and town councillors with less than one year’s experience.
New Councillor Essentials provides newly elected or co‑opted councillors with a clear, practical and supportive introduction to the role, responsibilities, and day‑to‑day workings of parish and town councils.
| Event Date | |
| Available Place | 9 |
| Price | £60.00 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Essentials |
This course explains why a strong and recognisable brand identity is key to ensuring your council is seen, heard and valued by the community.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This course is for officers and employees involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | ODF Essentials, CDF Optional |
This course explores the basics of Canva, showing how to get the most out of the free version, and is ideal for those who have never used Canva before. Part 1 of 2.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Expert |
There are currently no dates available for this course. Please check back again soon.
This course is for clerks/RFOs, employees in finance and councillors. It explains how VAT rules affect local councils, whether they are VAT registered or reclaim VAT using Form 126 and its importance when contemplating major building projects.
| Price | FREE |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | ODF Essentials, CDF Optional |
This course explores the world of social media communications for those with and without experience and how to get the most out of it as a councillor.
| Price | £35.00 |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Leader |
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
