Learning with MTA means staying connected, informed and inspired
Whether it’s an hour online or a full-day, in-person deep dive, MTA offers a variety of learning opportunities designed for townships and those who serve them.
We’re grateful that you turn to us for your professional growth. Take a look around, explore what sparks your interest and if you’ve questions, feedback or ideas for future sessions, we’d love to hear from you: education@michigantownships.org.
Thank you for joining us! We’re proud to be part of your leadership journey.
Shelley Cardenas
Education Director
Michigan Townships Association
Training & Resources
From assessing to zoning, MTA’s workshops offer something for everyone. We provide more than 50 educational opportunities throughout the state each year. Topics range from the basic “nuts and bolts” duties of township officials to advanced policy issues that members face. Whether you’re looking for an evening program or a multi-day event, MTA has a workshop for you!
MTA’s ever-popular Board of Review Training happens in numerous locations, both in-person and online, each February. We offer the state-mandated PA 660 training course plus our Advanced Training.
Unsure which class is right for you? Click here for more details!
The education offered during MTA’s Conference will help you stay on top of the changes, requirements and demands expected of today’s township officials. Personalize your learning experience by choosing from more than 60 breakouts with topics designed for officials at every level, addressing statutory duties along with a wide variety of concepts, trends and current issues impacting townships.
Eliminate travel costs and schedule conflicts with this convenient, affordable option that delivers education directly to your desktop. Learn at your own pace (and convenience!) from the safety of your home office or township hall.
Register for events and shop our library of publications—featuring more than 20 township-centric resources, written specifically with township government in mind. From budgeting board meetings, special assessments to zoning, MTA publications cover the topics you need to know.
Ready to take your leadership to the next level? MTA’s exclusive credentialing programs provide clear roadmaps for earning credit through participation in our in-person and online events. Whether you’re getting “Red Book Ready” with the basics or taking a deep dive through Township Governance Academy, MTA guides your journey from enrollment to graduation.
Learn more here!
Each fall, MTA offers unique in-person training events, alternating between Professional Development Retreats one year and “On the Road” Regional Summits the next.
Each Professional Development Retreat includes two full days packed with informative sessions featuring topics tailored to your township roles. We offer one for each office–clerk, treasurer, supervisor and trustee–plus, your township’s entire planning and zoning team.
Click here to learn more about MTA’s Professional Development Retreats.
During the off years, MTA comes to you via Regional Summits held around the state. Invaluable educational sessions and networking opportunities help you continue to provide exceptional service and leadership in your community.
Click here to learn more about Regional Summits.
Are you a local government subject matter expert? Do you have insights into trends or issues impacting Michigan’s townships? Share your expertise with MTA as a workshop or Conference educational session speaker, or as an article author for MTA’s Township Focus magazine.