Introduction to Local Government

eLearning Course Overview

This course provides an overview to Local Government and the important role it plays. The course provides underpinning knowledge about the way Local Governments are constituted, the separation of roles between the Council and the Administration, and the responsibilities of working in a compliance environment.

This program would be an ideal inclusion to a Local Government’s induction program.

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Target Audience

  • Suitable for Officers new to Local Government.
Introduction to Local Government eLearning

Learning Outcomes

  • Know how Local Government fits into the structure of Government in Australia;
  • Distinguish between the strategic role of the Council and the day to day role of the Administration;
  • Understand the legislative environment of Local Governments; and
  • Raise awareness on how to participate confidently in Council and committee meetings.

Dates & Fees

  • eLearning (enrol anytime, to complete within 3 months from date of enrolment).
  • eLearning - $220.00 (plus GST). 
  • Unlimited participants for 12 months via an eLearning Subscription.

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eLearning Subscription

WALGA eLearning Subscription Service

Empower Your Team with Unrestricted Learning

To ensure that our members have access to high quality, tailor-made training at all times and regardless of location, WALGA Training is proud to offer a subscription service which allows your Local Government to enrol an unlimited number of learners to undertake selected course(s) over the subscription period. 

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Acknowledgement of Country

WALGA acknowledges the continuing connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia, including Boorloo (Perth), on the land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar People, where WALGA is located and we acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.

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