This section of the Councillor Academy is designed to support your development throughout your time in office, helping you to build on your experience, respond to emerging challenges, and deepen your understanding of key issues.
Here, you’ll find a range of learning modules and resources that focus on enhancing your skills, broadening your knowledge and strengthening your impact in your role.
These resources are designed to be flexible and self-paced, allowing you to learn in a way that fits around your council duties. You’ll also find links to additional learning opportunities through OpenLearn and other trusted platforms.
The courses have been grouped into the following themes, which can be accessed by selecting the relevant tab at the top of this page:
