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 2027 – 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 3 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:

Should you decide CiLCA is for you, you will need to book onto the CiLCA 2027 course.  This course costs £450 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 for the introductory sessions, so early booking is recommended.

• 12th January 2027 – Mandatory Introductory Session – 10am – 12pm – £40 fee per candidate
• You must book your ticket to register your attendance.