Councillor Development
Dealing with difficult people and conversations
In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations.
The Role of Internal Audit
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)
Communicating with your community Part 1
Communicating with your community (Part 1)
Councillors: social media skills
It has never been more important for councillors to understand social media.
Recent feedback on this course: "It was good to get an overview about potential use of social media by Councils and Councillors. Real examples and the interactive nature of the course really helped me."
Dorset Council Town & Parish Council Forum (in-person)
In-person forum covering matters affecting planning and building control in Dorset.
Dorset Council Town & Parish Council Forum (virtual)
Virtual forum covering matters affecting planning and building control in Dorset.
Dealing with difficult people and conversations
In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations.
Data protection training for parish and town councillors
Councillors training: Data protection training for parish and town councillors
The Role of Internal Audit
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)
The Role of Internal Audit
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)
Recruiting and retaining a more diverse pool of councillors
Recruiting passionate and engaged individuals to stand as councillors is becoming increasingly challenging.
Dealing with difficult people and conversations
In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations.
DAPTC Annual General Meeting
Held online via Zoom. This is the delayed 2025 AGM for DAPTC and the first as a company limted by guarantee.
Chairing an Effective Meeting
Interesting and informative training for new chairs and vice chairs to council and committees, councillors considering the role of chair or as a refresher for those with more experience.
Data protection training for parish and town councillors
Councillors training: Data protection training for parish and town councillors
Chairing an Effective Meeting
Interesting and informative training for new chairs and vice chairs to council and committees, councillors considering the role of chair or as a refresher for those with more experience.
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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
