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 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 |
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 |
This course provides guidance on what to do when a council finds itself in the eye of a media storm.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This course explores data subject rights and information security under data protection and UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) legislation. Part 3 of 3.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Leader, ODF Expert |
This course provides those in any council role with an understanding of behaviour, resilience and how to build emotional intelligence.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Leader, ODF Expert |
This course is aimed at new chairs and vice chairs of councils and committees and to those considering stepping into such roles. It can also act as a refresher to those already in post and with more experience.
| Price | £60 - £100 |
| Location | Hybrid Meeting |
| Categories | CDF Leader, ODF Optional |
This course explores how to achieve regular and positive coverage in your local media and to build effective relationships with journalists.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This course will define "young people" and how to effectively reach and engage them, both on and offline.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, ODF Intermediate |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Intermediate |

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
