Local Government Fundamentals
- Chapel Hill, NCFebruary 24, 2026
Are you new to working in local government? Have you transitioned into a new position? If so, this course may be right for you. Local Government Fundamentals covers the laws and concepts pertinent to county and municipal government. This course aims to help those who work in local government feel more confident in their understanding of how local governments function at a fundamental level.
The course covers core, local government law topics including:
- Local Government Authority, Purpose, and Structure
- Open Meeting and Public Records
- Local Government Finance
- Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
In addition, participants will be able to choose one concurrent session in the area of public employment law, contracting and procurement, or planning and zoning.
No continuing education credits are available for this course.
This course is also offered on demand.
Members of Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) are eligible to apply for a scholarship towards registration fees for programs offered by the School of Government. There are four deadlines to submit applications:
- March 1: for programs starting between April 1 and June 30
- June 1: for programs starting between July 1 and September 30
- September 1: for programs starting between October 1 and December 31
- December 1: for programs starting between January 1 and March 31
Visit the Civic Foundation for more information and to submit an application.
- Chapel Hill, NCFebruary 24UNC School of Government
400 South Rd
Chapel Hill, NCView Scholarship Information
Members of Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) are eligible to apply for a scholarship towards registration fees for programs offered by the School of Government. There are four deadlines to submit applications:- March 1: for programs starting between April 1 and June 30
- June 1: for programs starting between July 1 and September 30
- September 1: for programs starting between October 1 and December 31
- December 1: for programs starting between January 1 and March 31
Visit the Civic Foundation for more information and to submit an application.
View Cancellation PolicyCourse participants who cancel their registration on or before February 16, 2026 will receive a full refund. No refund will be made for cancellations on or after February 17, 2026, but you will receive a transferrable credit to be used within 12 months. Click here to view the School’s full cancellation and refund policy.$215.00Registration and payment for this course grants access for a single attendee. In order to register a group of attendees, please register each person individually. If you have questions, please contact our registration office at registration@sog.unc.edu or 919.966.4414.
The course fee is $215.
All course materials and other logistical details are provided in Canvas, a learning management system. Please click the link below for detailed instructions on setting up your Canvas account. If you've already set up an account for this or another School of Government course, click HERE to log in to Canvas. Click HERE for Canvas Instructions.
Additional information to help you prepare:
- Directions and Parking: Registrants will receive directions and parking information via email. Please follow parking guidance carefully.
- Agenda: View the October 2025 agenda HERE.
