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 how to get the most from key social media platforms to ensure your social media output supports your council to achieve its goals and aims.
| 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 councillors, clerks and employees, new and experienced, and explores what a local council can do when considering if a bad or unlawful planning decision has been made.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, ODF Intermediate |
This e-learning course explores the practicalities of good time management, providing tips and coping mechanisms to make you more productive and efficient at work, and by default, everyday life!
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
In-person events aimed at smaller parish councils in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking at venues around the county.
| Price | Free |
| Categories | Member Engagement, Councillor Development Framework, Officer Development Framework |
This e-learning course helps to identify activities that are classed as work at height under the law and how to carry out such activities safely.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
Dorset Council, facilitated by DAPTC, are holding a series of listening events on Zoom to help inform the parking review. Register now to attend the event or events relevant to your council.
| Event Date | |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | Councillor Development Framework, Officer Development Framework |
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
