Mandatory Introduction to CiLCA 2026 – March 24th In-person

The Mandatory Introduction to CiLCA session is a crucial step for those looking to pursue the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification. This session is designed to provide an overview of the CiLCA qualification, its purpose, and the requirements for successful completion. It is mandatory for all students and must be completed by all students and signed off by a recognised trainer prior to applying for the qualification. The session is available separately to enable students to complete it without registering for the support package if they wish. The cost for this session is £40 for members and associate ALC members.  This session is essential for understanding the course requirements and preparing for the CiLCA qualification.

You must book a ticket below to register your attendance.  

CilCA 2026 – BMKALC Building your CiLCA Portfolio

The Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) is the professional standard in the local council sector.

Who can take CiLCA? 

Clerks, Assistant Clerks and officers working with local councils. When a council’s chief officer attains CiLCA, the council may be eligible to apply for the Local Council Award Scheme (Quality and Quality Gold) and also able to use the General Power of Competence (GPC).

You will need a good working knowledge and understanding of the clerk’s role and work involved. We recommend that you are in post for a minimum of 12 months before applying for the CiLCA qualification.

If you feel you have good reason to train for CiLCA before being in post for 1 year please contact us in advance to discuss this matter.

What is involved

Achieving the CiLCA qualification is in two parts, these parts may overlap.  BMKALC provides the education and support to complete a substantial portfolio of evidence and the SLCC who are the certifying body, will assess and approve the portfolio.

BMKALC hosts 6 sessions during which we will take you through the 5 units and help you gain the knowledge and the tools you need to build your CiLCA portfolio.

• Core roles in Local Council Administration
• Law and Procedure for Local Councils
• Finance for Local Councils
• Management for Local Councils
• Community Engagement

When and where:

The introductory session provides an outline of the qualification and work required to complete successful portfolio, for interested candidates, you must book a ticket below to register your attendance.  

Should you decide CiLCA is for you, you will need to book onto the CiLCA 2026 course.  This course costs £425 and all sessions will take place in person at Judges Lodgings, Aylesbury from 10am to 3pm.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided, please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements on booking.  

We can only accept a maximum of 12 candidates so early booking is recommended.

• 24th March – Mandatory Introductory Session – 10am – 12pm – £40 fee per candidate
• 28th April CiLCA Session 1 – 10am to 3pm
• 26th May CiLCA Session 2 – 10am to 3pm
• 30th June CiLCA Session 3 – 10am to 3pm
• 28th July CiLCA  Session 4 – 10am to 3pm
• 29th September CiLCA Session 5 – 10am to 3pm
• 27th October – Wrap up session – 10am to 3pm

Please do get in touch if you would like more information or want to discuss any aspects of the CiLCA qualification.

BMKALC Cost: £425 for members (non-vatable)

The SLCC cost for CiLCA qualification is currently £495 (non-vatable) and is payable on registration to the Society of Local Council Clerks (SLCC).  This element of the fee is set by the SLCC and is outside of our control.  There is a bi-monthly intake and you will have 12 months from the intake date to complete your portfolio. We recommend that you do not register until after your first BMKALC session. You are not required to be a member of SLCC to complete the qualification.

Time: 10am to 3pm

Location: Judges Lodgings, Aylesbury