Elected Member Skill Set

We provide a range of nationally recognised qualifications (local government specific) and council-specific non-accredited short courses as well as other professional development training options.

Course Outline

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Who should Attend?

Elected Member Skill Set is intended for Local Government Elected Members to provide the introductory skills required to operate effectively within the local government environment.

Course pathways

Upon successful completion of this course, elected members will:

  • obtain the nationally recognised LGASS00002 Elected Member Skill Set accreditation
  • gain formal recognition of the foundation skills achieved which will assist new elected members to increase some of the skills and knowledge required for their roles
  • increase their knowledge and skills in working closely with their communities.

Course details

Course features
  • Identify key elements of governance in council
  • Recognise effective consultation processes and methods
  • Better understand budget preparation in council and compliance
  • Review HR policy and procedures within council
  • Assist in preparation and review of corporate plan
Core units
LGAGENE503 Perform the role of an elected member
LGAGENE501A Undertake councillor roles and responsibilities
LGAGENE302A Contribute to effective decision making
Pre-requisites

Participants are required to be current elected members of council or other senior council executives.
Delivery
  • Workshops incorporate a range of activities including instruction, group activities and discussion
  • Workshop sessions for all units are scheduled monthly in Brisbane and also offered at the LGAQ Annual Conference
  • Peak is also happy to provide a proposal for delivery of in-house courses to groups of councillors on-site. Please contact Peak for further information on in-house offerings
  • A combination of formal learning via face-to-face workshops and post-workshop learning through practical application of matters covered in the course is supported by mayors, fellow councillors and CEOs in Council.
Duration & location
The Skill Set is delivered as a 2-day event followed by written assessment
Fees
Please contact Peak for course fees or a proposal for onsite/in-house training.

Upcoming Dates:

Course Summary

  • Course Code LGASS00002
  • Course Length 12 x 1-day courses
  • Course Type Elected Member Training
  • Location Please contact us about your requirements.
    Online delivery options available
  • Fees and Inclusions Please contact us for course fees or a proposal

Contact Us

Please contact Peak Services for course fees or a proposal for onsite/in-house training.

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