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ETF Governance Development Programme

Venue: Online via Zoom

Date: 20 January 2026

Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Fee: Free to attend

The DfE-funded Governance Development Programme (GDP) provides a structured yet flexible approach to learning and development for all board members as well as governance professionals. The live webinars form part of the programme.

We are delighted to confirm that the online workshops, which form part of the ETF Governance Development Programme (GDP), are now available to book online.

All sessions are free of charge. Places are limited and we recommend booking early - each module will run twice. The modules will help to provide a comprehensive and structured approach to the continuous development of FE board members.

Upcoming sessions (in date order) are:

C5 – Understanding sector, policy and inspection
Monday 15 September - 4-6pm
Tuesday 20 January - 8.30-10.30am

P1a – Leading a committee
Tuesday 16 September at 8am-10.15am
Tuesday 24 Feb at 4-6.15pm

C1b – Effective board behaviours
Wednesday 1 October, 4-6pm
Monday 26 January, 4-6pm

P8a - Culture, people and organisational development
Wednesday 15 October, 4-6pm
Monday 9 February, 4-6pm

C7 – Effective Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Tuesday 21 October – 8.30-10.30am
Monday 2 February - 4-6pm

Book your sessions here Find out more about the Governance Development Programme