LGA50120 Diploma of Local Government (Planning)

Nationally Recognised Training

Virtual

Thursday, 31 July 2025 (Registrations close on Friday, 18 July)

Blended delivery method

See payment options above.

Overview

The Diploma of Local Government (Planning) has been developed through extensive consultation with the Local Government sector. This vocational training pathway is designed to provide practical knowledge and technical skills and is fully contextualised for Local Government in Western Australia.

The program is delivered by professionals with extensive expertise in their respective fields. By learning from our passionate subject matter experts, participants can use this program as a stepping stone towards further study or a higher education degree.

This 18-month Diploma program is specifically designed for Local Government Officers who have worked in an administrative, technical or supporting role related to Town Planning for the past few years and now wish to advance their career by obtaining a formal nationally recognised qualification.

The program equips participants with the skills and tools necessary to understand Local Government legislation including planning schemes and instruments, interpret relevant compliance requirements, contribute to policy and procedure development, engage effectively with the community, and work efficiently across teams and departments. Officers will learn to navigate the complex structure of Local Government frameworks and apply governance principles to ensure compliance in their roles.

The specialisation in Town Planning will prepare Officers to undertake minor planning assessments and develop an understanding on how Local Governments manage the protection of heritage and cultural assets.

The qualification has been developed according to the requirements of the Local Government Training Package (LGA) and has been approved for delivery by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC).

Training Program Cost

The cost of the Diploma program includes all training sessions (face to face at WALGA and via ZOOM), training resources, individual student support and assessment fees.

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LGA50120 Diploma of Local Government (Planning)
Option 1	Payment made by the Local Government upfront – 1 Purchase Order must be submitted on enrolment	$12,000.00
Option 2	Payments made by the Local Government over 3 equal instalments – Purchase Orders for each instalment must be submitted on enrolment	3 payments of $4,500.00 (total $13,500.00)
Option 3	Payment made by student – WALGA Training will limit student payments to a maximum of $1,500.00 per payment	$12,000.00
Option 4	Town Planning Specialisation Stream Units ONLY Payment made by the Local Government upfront – 1 Purchase Order must be submitted on enrolment OR Payment made by student – WALGA Training will limit student payments to a maximum of $1,500.00 per payment	$4,500.00