Our online CPD resources consist of a range of self-paced modules covering introductory, core and advanced topics. The full suite of modules are linked from the table below.

Click here to download a summary of the 2024-25 Programme
INTRODUCTORY CORE ADVANCED
Get into Governance  

Board Member Induction

Understanding your role and the role of the board 

Remuneration Committee training

Audit Committee training 
 Working with Student Members on College Boards 

Introduction to strategy mission and values 

Introduction to curriculum design and planning 

Understanding of your curriculum offer and student profile 

The self-assessment and quality improvement process 

Financial management for board members 
 Developing educational character 

Developing educational character Evaluation 

Supporting Effective Risk Management  

Advanced financial decision making 
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Workshops and Events

Good governance and Effective Questioning Skills
Governance Programme Modules
Good governance and Effective Questioning Skills

'Good governance and Effective questioning skills' is for board members (current and new). In this video Candy Munro, talks you through the various aspects and elements to consider when preparing for your board meetings.

All you need to know about College Funding
Governance Programme Modules
All you need to know about College Funding

'All you need to know about college finance' is for board members (current and new). Through a series of videos Alan Ritchie, Vice-Principal for Finance and Infrastructure at Ayrshire College, talks you through the elements and intricacies of College Finances.

Governance Board Induction
Governance Programme Modules
Governance Board Induction