+61 2 9514 7884Professional Development
The Centre offers a wide range of courses and workshops for local government personnel and others with an interest in local government issues. Courses can be tailored to the requirements of individual clients or particular groups of participants, and specialised programs developed where required. Also, courses can be offered 'in-house' and in regional locations subject to viability. All courses are prepared and taught by teams of expert practitioners drawn from the Centre's staff, Associates and affiliated consultants. They are limited to around 30 participants (sometimes less) to maximise opportunities for interaction and effective learning.
Note: Due to an increase in fees each year, any registrations for the following year will be subject to an increase.
To find out more about a short course, click on one of the following:
Building Regulation and Certification
- Advanced Building Regulation
- Building Regulation
- Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
- Certification Short Course (BPB)
- Swimming Pool Assessments, Compliance & Safety Awareness
- ABC of the BCA
Planning for Bushfires
- Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas
- Development & Building in Bushfire Prone Areas (Melbourne)
- Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
Development Assessment and Control
- Advanced Development Assessment
- Development Control
- Local Infrastructue Funding - New Framework for Development Contributions
Management and Planning
- Enhancing Local Government Service Delivery
- Corporate Management and Organisation Change
- Integrated Strategic Planning
- Local Environmental Management
- Local Government Leadership
- Social Planning and Development
- New Perspectives in Local Government Leadership
- Team Building and Leadership
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= This subject is an elective in the Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management. 
= This subject is an elective in the Graduate Certificate in Development Assessment. 
= This subject is an elective in the Graduate Certificate in Local Government Leadership.
Building Regulation and Certification
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Course Details A five-day program designed to upgrade skills in the assessment of more complex multi-residential, commercial and industrial buildings with particular regard to the Building Code of Australia and other building classification issues. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A four-day program that provides essential basic skills in understanding and implementing building regulation in New South Wales focused on Class 1 and 10 buildings with particular regard to the Building Code of Australia and other building classification issues. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details This one-day seminar is to improve understanding of the Bushfire requirements associated with the submission and assessment of a new dwelling application Register Online | Download Course Flyer | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A four-day professional development program that provides essential skills in understanding and implementing building regulation in New South Wales. The Certification Short Course is for building professionals wishing to become accredited certifiers or renew their accreditation. It has been approved by the Building Professionals Board (BPB) and successful completion of the course is a prerequisite for an application for accreditation with the BPB. This involves three written assignments in addition to attendance at all sessions. If you are applying to enrol in the Certification Short Course as a prerequisite to applying for accreditation in categories A1, A2 or A3, you must first check that you hold one of the qualifications listed for these categories in Schedule 3, Part 2 of the BPB Accreditation Scheme. You must have the qualification required to apply for accreditation in these categories. Inquiries regarding the accreditation system should be directed to the Building Professionals Board NSW on 9895 5950 or via email bpb@bpb.nsw.gov.au Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details This one-day seminar is to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the legislation relating to new and existing swimming pools and associated fencing/barriers. Register Online | Download Course Flyer | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details This one-day seminar is designed to provide participants with a general overview and understanding in using and navigating around the Housing Provisions (Volume 2 of BCA). The interactive training program will assist those with a limited understanding, to gain a better appreciation of the basics of the BCA and develop skills to navigate through the Housing Provisions. Register Online | Download Course Flyer | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
Planning for Bushfires
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Course Details A program that provides planning and development professionals with the necessary skills and understanding to apply the relevant requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Rural Fires Act and AS 3959 (building in Bushfire Prone Areas). Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Development and Building in Bushfire Prone Areas (Frankston International Hotel, Frankston Victoria) |
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Course Details A program to enhance understanding and skills for assessing bushfire attack levels and controlling development and building in bushfire prone areas. Note: The discounts offered to two or more delegates attending from the same organisation DO NOT apply to this short course. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
Development Assessment and Control
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Course Details A professional development program for more experienced practitioners seeking enhanced skills and effectiveness in a complex and rapidly changing system. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A professional development program designed to improve skills and understanding in assessing proposals under the NSW Environ. Planning and Assess. Act and related legislation. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Local Infrastructure Funding - New Framework for Development Contributions |
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Course Details A workshop covering recent changes to the NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Act that control levying or negotiating development contributions, plus related moves to improve financial and asset management under the Local Government Act. The workshop will be presented by leading experts in the field. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
Management and Planning
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Course Details A three day program exploring methodologies for reviewing and enhancing local government services, with a focus on alternative service delivery models. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A professional development program for more experienced practitioners seeking enhanced skills and effectiveness in a complex and rapidly changing system. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A program covering different concepts and styles of strategic planning in local government and alternative approaches to implementation, with a number of recent and current case studies presented by the involved practitioners. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A program covering key issues in sustainability and skills needed to achieve better outcomes through more effective local environmental management. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A program to enhance personal and professional skills, including discussions with leading practitioners and a practice workshop. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A program focused on the need to strengthen the role of community (social) planning and development in local government, including emerging ideas around community engagement and the kinds of processes and techniques that can promote improved policies and effective programs. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details A five-day program that explores a range of perspectives on local government leadership in both theory and practice. Drawing on current themes and featuring guest presenters, the course is designed to broaden thinking and enhance leadership capability. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |
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Course Details This program is only available to people participating in the LGMA Management Challenge as members of a registered Council team. It involves participation in the Management Challenge, on-line learning and a one-day workshop. Register Online | Download Course Brochure | Download Course Timetable [ Top ] |