Councillors have access to various learning activities. Councils, the Local Government Association of Tasmania and the Office of Local Government provide activities. Other education providers can also provide activities
These activities are supported through the council’s Learning and Development Policy. Each councillor’s progress is reviewed through a Councillor Capability Review and Development Plan.
Each councillor’s progress is measured through a Councillor Capability Review and Development Plan.
Work-based learning activities
The Framework supports councillors through work-based learning such as on the job learning within their council. Councillors may be able to access other work-based opportunities such as:
- Shadowing
- Workshops
- Council teamwork activities
- Self-directed learning
Relationship-based learning activities
The Framework offers councillors opportunities to learn and connect through relationships. Activities may include:
- Communities of practice
- Networking events
- Mentoring
- Feedback
- Team building and group exercises
- Community building
- Engaging in social media
Formal learning activities
Councillors have access to online learning modules. These cover a range of subjects:
- What it means to be a councillor and encouraging nomination
- Getting elected – information about the electoral process
- Role and responsibilities of councillors
- Essential knowledge and skills for councillors
- Foundations of good governance
- Good governance
Other types of formal learning include:
- Face to face education sessions or courses
- Coaching
- Conferences