Scheduled training and development
Choose from a range of expert-led governance programmes and training courses scheduled throughout the year.
Whether you're new to governance or looking to deepen your expertise, our practical training supports governors, trustees, chairs and governance professionals across every type of school and trust.
Our courses and programmes delivered live online on scheduled dates and times to make it easy to fit learning around your other commitments.
Sessions are designed to give you space to learn, discuss and explore the issues that matter in your governance role, alongside others with similar roles and experiences. You'll learn how to fulfil your role, using tried and tested solutions and approaches.
Convenient courses and programmes scheduled throughout the year
Our courses and programmes are scheduled in advance, with dates available throughout the year. Simply choose the course that meets your development needs, select the date that suits you and book your place.
Find your training
Browse our scheduled courses and programmes.
Choose your cohort
Select a cohort that fits your availability.
Book your place
Book online and secure your place on your chosen cohort.
Learn together
Take part in an interactive group led by an expert governance trainer.
Why choose our training?
Practical, real-world learning
Build your skills through practical 'how to' learning that you can apply directly to your governance role.
Expert-led sessions
Learn with experienced trainers who bring real-world governance expertise and practical insight.
Learn with your peers
Share experiences, explore challenges and learn from others working in similar governance roles.
Flexible and convenient
Join live online via Zoom, with dates planned in advance so you can choose training that fits your schedule.
NGA members save on training
Get discounted prices on scheduled training as part of your NGA membership.
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Explore scheduled training courses
Browse our training courses designed for governors, trustees, chairs and governance professionals. Use the filters below to find training based on your setting, role or area of development.
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"The Chairs’ Leadership Development programme provided a sound platform to enable me to bring about positive change to our Governing Board.”
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"I finished the Clerks’ Development programme feeling more confident in my abilities to perform my role as clerk and to meet my responsibilities as a governance professional."
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Learn with our expert governance trainers
Each course and programme is facilitated by a member of our expert NGA Consultant team. Practical insights, real world examples and tried and tested approaches help participants explore what effective practice looks like and turn learning into confident action.
Meet our training expertsCan't find what you're looking for?
Our scheduled courses and programmes are only one part of the training and development service we offer. If you need something more specific, our bespoke training can be tailored to your organisation, audience and governance priorities. We cover all areas of governance across all settings, with tailored sessions and programmes designed around your specific organisation.
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