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 aims to increase awareness of unconscious bias and give practical tips on reducing the effect it has on decisions, attitudes and behaviour.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course will explore health and safety legislation and its importance for individuals, employers and society.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course will help develop an understanding of the hazards and circumstances that lead to fire and how to manage them appropriately.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
20 Minutes
Challenging, disappointing and stressful situations are all part of life. Knockbacks, job insecurities, money worries, illness, and relationship issues can affect us all at some point. This e-learning module will give you a greater understanding of resilience and offers practical advice to help you become more resilient.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £10.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course will help develop an understanding of infection and measures that can be put in place to protect everyone in and outside of a workplace.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Essentials |
This e-learning course aims to provide a deep understanding of leadership, core skills and practical advice.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Leader, ODF Optional |
This e-learning course will explain what money laundering is, how to spot this financial crime and prevent 'dirty' money entering an organisation's system.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, ODF Optional |
60 Minutes
This module is designed to provide local councils and councillors with an introduction to strategies needed to get the most from positive communication and engagement on social media.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £16.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | CDF Optional, 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 |

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
