KALC Training and Events
We have changed the way that you book onto Nimble Courses now. Click the link here and register to book onto courses: nimble-elearning.com. You can also see the impressive list of courses outlined below.
Courses include:
Civility & Respect
Standards in public life
Respectful and positive media for councils and councillors
Leadership in challenging situations for councils and councillors
Personal resilience for councils and councillors
Mental health awareness
An introduction to behavioural agility
An introduction to changing behaviours
An introduction to resilience
Equality, diversity and inclusion essentials
Modern slavery essentials
Personal safety essentials
Stress management essentials
Introduction to local councils
Parish and Town Council courses
Introduction to local councils
Introduction to planning for local councils
Understanding precepts
Essential skills courses
Anti-bribery essentials
Anti-money laundering essentials
COSSH essentials
Customer service essentials
Data protection essentials
Display screen equipment workstation essentials
Environmental awareness essentials
Equality, diversity and inclusion essentials
Fire safety essentials
Freedom of information essentials
Health & safety essentials
Home working essentials
Infection control essentials
Information security awareness essentials
Manual handling essential
Menopause essentials
Modern slavery essentials
Personal safety essentials
Stress management essentials
Team leadership essentials
Time management essentials
Unconscious bias essentials
Working at height
IT and online skills course
Cyber security awareness training - basic
Cyber security awareness - password management
Cyber security awareness - phishing
Cyber security awareness - video conferencing
Training courses for Clerks, Council Officers and Councillors covering all aspects of council communications, community engagement and GDPR/FOI compliance. These sessions are provided in partnership with KALC. From 1st September 2024, all courses are £40 plus VAT for 1.5 hours - 2 hour sessions. No refunds after 7 days. Please visit the website to book - Parish and Town Council Training Workshops. Once you are booked on, you will receive a reminder 24-48 hours with a link to join.
Parkinson Partnership deliver a regular programme of online finance courses which are available through KALC. Courses are normally 90 minutes long and delivered through Zoom. The cost of each course is £35 + VAT. There will be no refund if attendance is not cancelled in advance. There is flexibility to move attendees to another date if you cannot attend your chosen session: Parkinson Partnership Finance Workshops
KALC is excited to team up with CloudyIT, a leader in digital technology solutions. This venture focuses on providing comprehensive digital skills training to members of Town and Parish Councils in Kent equipping them to navigate the complexities of the modern digital landscape.
Two hour fundamental sessions - designed to lay a solid foundation in digital literacy. These sessions focus on Microsoft 365.
365 Fundamentals - Mastering the Basics - an introduction to the essential functionalities of Microsoft 365
365 Fundamentals - Exploring the Essential Apps - A deep dive into the critical applications of Microsoft 365, tailored for daily operational efficiency.
365 Fundamentals - AI Excellence: insights into the advanced AI features within Microsoft 365, aimed at boosting productivity and creative problem-solving.
Microsoft Teams Fundamentals - 90 minute hands on session designed to empower you with the essential skills to leverage Microsoft Teams effectively.
2. 45 minute Deep Dive Sessions - these extensive sessions provide in-depth knowledge of specific Microsoft applications, perfect for enhancing specific digital skills.
Microsoft Forms
Microsoft Planner
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft Book
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Co-Pilot
Bonus: One month free access to Cloudy's E-Learning Hub
All training session attendees will receive one month of free access to Cloudy's E-Learning and compliance hub. This online resource is packed with concise, informative videos on Microsoft 365, alongside a variety of other resources focused on health and well-being.
NALC Training
NALC online events will feature a blend of leading organisations and policymakers, which will give insight into how national strategy on a given issue is developing. All events will consider the significant issues facing communities and provide a new perspective on them.
All online events will give councillors and clerks from across the country an opportunity to connect, share best practices and learn from one another from the comfort of their home or workplace.
Please read the Booking Conditions below carefully
• Completion of the booking form through Eventbrite is the only method of securing a place for the event. It is also your acceptance for the cost to be invoiced to your Council.
• Should you cancel after the closing date or fail to attend the event the full fee will be payable, however KALC will look at exceptional circumstances on an individual basis. Please contact manager@kentalc.gov.uk.
• We reserve the right to cancel an event at any time due to lack of numbers, weather conditions, illness, or offer an alternative date. In the unusual circumstances of one of our events being postponed or cancelled the Council will receive a full refund or credit to their account against a future event.
• Prior to the event, you will receive a confirmation email from the KALC Team with all the details for the event, joining instructions, how to find us. Please ensure these details are read very carefully and passed onto the delegate attending should the person booking not be attending.
• Please note that KALC reserve the right to make changes to the programme at any time.