L & D Hub

Insights and resources for public sector learning leaders

The Total Training Learning and Development Hub brings together insights, resources and practical guidance for L&D leaders across government and the wider public sector. Designed for those responsible for building capability and developing people, it focuses on the challenges of delivering effective learning in complex public service environments.

From leadership development and policy capability to organisational skills for the future, the hub provides expert perspectives and ideas to help L&D professionals strengthen learning strategies and deliver meaningful impact across their organisations. With insights from our media partner Training Journal and Civil Service World, along with opinion from our training associates and partners, it delivers the intelligence and insights that will help L&D leaders develop their teams with confidence and impact.

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Upcoming Events

April 21, 2026

Policy Forum

Our upcoming Policy Forum will bring together policy professionals from across government to exchange practical insights, reflect on what training approaches are delivering real impact, and explore what this means for capability across the Civil Service.

Free to attend

June 5, 2026

Reading Legislation

The purpose of this day is to equip our attendees with an understanding of the processes within government that brings forward legislation...

From £345 + VAT

June 25, 2026

Political Awareness and Influencing

To influence policy, you need to understand the complexities of the changing UK constitutional set-up, how it all fits together in practice, and what the points of access and influence are.

From £345 + VAT

Global

Total Training supports public sector capability worldwide through specialist training, coaching and consultancy for governments and public institutions. Drawing on over two decades of experience across more than 50 countries, our expert-led programmes focus on practical capabilities, from policy and governance to communication and digital working, to build resilient, high-performing teams.

Case Studies

DSIT and DESNZ – Policy Foundation Programme

The Policy Foundation Programme (PFP) is designed for new joiners across DSIT and DESNZ at grades EO–SEO, typically with two to nine months’ service as policy professionals.

Research Skills for Policy Making

Total Training, formerly Dods Training, is delivering a new bespoke one-day course for HMRC on Research Skills for Policy Making.

Supporting House of Commons Members’ Staff with Essential Communication Skills

Since the 2015 General Election, Total Training, formally Dods Training has delivered an average of 120 specialist courses Members’ staff working across the UK Parliament.