Councillor Development
Listed below are courses in a number of different formats for councillors of parish and town councils across Dorset. We provide online, e-learning and in person training as well as events to network at. Take a look from the schedule below and make sure you check with your clerk to make sure you haven't spent the entire training budget!
If your council wish to bulk purchase e-learning modules do get in touch. If you would like to discuss the delivery of one of the courses for the whole council, please call on 01305 224460 and we can discuss what your are looking to do.
Prices listed apply for DAPTC member councils only.
Non DAPTC member councils are welcome to book a place for double the price shown against the training.
It’s important for all councillors to understand how data protection laws relate to their role - this is true for new as well as longer serving councillors.
| Event Date | Tue 28 Apr 2026 18:30 |
| Event End Date | Tue 28 Apr 2026 20:30 |
| Available Place | 99 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, Councillor Development, ODF Optional |
It’s important for all councillors to understand how data protection laws relate to their role - this is true for new as well as longer serving councillors.
| Event Date | Tue 19 May 2026 18:30 |
| Event End Date | Tue 19 May 2026 20:30 |
| Available Place | 99 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, Councillor Development, ODF Optional |
For councillors and officers that want to understand the role of the internal auditor and how to appoint one. (Please note, this is NOT a training session for people who want to undertake internal audits)
| Event Date | Wed 3 Jun 2026 10:00 |
| Price | £35.00 |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, Councillor Development |
It’s important for all councillors to understand how data protection laws relate to their role - this is true for new as well as longer serving councillors.
| Event Date | Mon 29 Jun 2026 18:30 |
| Event End Date | Mon 29 Jun 2026 20:30 |
| Available Place | 99 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, Councillor Development, ODF Optional |
60/70 minutes
This module is designed to support those elected or co-opted and/or working in local councils, to understand the principles of conduct expected of all councillors.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £16.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | Councillor Development, Clerk Development |
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 |
60 Minutes
This module is designed to provide Clerks, Council Officers and Councillors with an introduction to the skills needed to be effective leaders in the different roles we have, and the different situations we face, in our local councils.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £16.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Leader, Councillor Development, ODF Optional |
It’s important for all councillors to understand how data protection laws relate to their role - this is true for new as well as longer serving councillors.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | CDF Essentials, Councillor Development |
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
