Resources
Training
With over 20 years of experience, we deliver in-person and online training on the Scottish planning system and community engagement skills. Our experienced trainers make planning accessible through friendly, interactive sessions that bring the subject to life. See our events below or email training@pas.org.uk to discuss bespoke training options.
Introduction to
the planning system
Training for Community Councils
📍In-person/online
We can provide bespoke Community Council training to help you understand Scotland’s planning system and how to navigate it for the best of your community. Sessions can be tailored to your needs, providing an overview of the system, as well as focusing on issues relevant to your area.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
Training for elected members
📍In-person/online
We deliver online and in-person training events for elected members. Whilst relevant to all elected members, this training is particularly aimed at those serving on a planning committee. The Planning (Scotland) Act 2019 now requires training for all members who perform a planning function.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
An overview of the
Scottish planning system
📍In-person/online
Planning Aid Scotland’s friendly training team can provide an overview of the Scottish planning system, tailored to your organisation’s needs. Learn about how the system works, the impact planning has on our day-to-day life, the different ways you can engage with the system, and how to make sure your voice is heard when decisions are being made about your local area.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
Community
engagement skills
Community Engagement
Skills Training
📍In-person
This half-day interactive workshop will develop your skills, knowledge and confidence as a community engagement practitioner and teach you how to use the SP=EED® framework.
Upcoming dates:
Cost: £275
SP=EED Verification
📍Online
SP=EED Verification assesses your competence in using the SP=EED approach to engagement. After attending the Community Engagement Skills Training, you will prepare a written reflective-learning submission with mentoring support from a dedicated Planning Aid Scotland staff member.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
Place Standard Training
📍In-person/online
The Place Standard Tool (PST) supports community engagement by helping to structure conversations about the physical, social, cultural and economic aspects of a place. Our Place Standard Training will introduce you to the tool, the various adapted versions (children, climate), and teach you how to use it for community engagement events. The training will also provide insights into facilitation techniques that can be used alongside the Place Standard Tool to support community engagement activities.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
Online and
bespoke training
Free online training
📍Online
This programme of free online training offers a practical introduction to engaging with the planning system. These webinars are part of a series of training sessions delivered by Planning Aid Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government through the National Planning Hub.
Bespoke training
We offer bespoke training sessions that can be tailored to your needs. This could focus on a particular aspect of the planning system or community engagement that is most relevant to your context.
More information:
Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.