Training Programmes

The UK Planning Framework and the role of Planning Support within it

This is a broad module, which provides a history of town planning and support staff in the UK and outlines the issues facing the planning system and support staff in the future. Its aim is to provide an overview of planning and the planning system and to develop awareness of the environment and parameters within which planning support has to operate. The module is designed to help participants consider such issues as: what is meant by planning support; what are the "administrative" and "technical" functions of a planning department; and what do support staff need to fulfil their role.

Specific topics include:

For further information download a leaflet/booking form here

Full details available on request - please telephone Shelagh Pooley on 01204 385678.

Presenters: Julie Joseph (formerly Carpenter)
Course Type: Certificated Course at Madingley Hall, Cambridge
Max. Numbers: 12
Date(s): TBC...

Programme: Certificated Course in Town Planning Support
Discount Scheme:

PARTICIPANT COMMENTS:

"I understand a great deal more than I did before the course and I am eager to learn more. The course has given me the confidence to implement new-found knowledge and the foundations have been laid for future knowledge building."

Pamela Armstrong, Gateshead MBC

"I have gained a great deal in terms of understanding the UK planning system. The course has helped me to gain more confidence. I have very much enjoyed this learning experience and will be going on to do the other three modules. "

Julie Scroggins, Peterborough City Council

"Really made me look at the planning service as a whole and from various perspectives. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and learned a lot."

Michelle Borrough, Lancaster City Council