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Legal Secretary Foundation and Advanced Courses
ILSPA's Foundation and Advanced courses enable you to become qualified and competent in specific areas of law. You can gain a certificate or diploma in your chosen subject area or combine several areas to achieve our Legal Secretaries Diploma. Our qualifications are recognised by law firms and legal recruiters throughout the UK and overseas.
These courses are suitable for people who are interested in studying a particular area of law or those who already work in a specific legal department. We offer a range of subjects that can be studied online by distance learning, at your own pace. You also have the option to attend our live online classes, depending on your subject of choice.
Foundation Level (Certificate)
This level is suitable if you would like to gain a good understanding of an area of law and learn the practical tasks involved with Legal Secretary work. You do not need to have any previous experience of law. Once qualified, you will receive a certificate in your subject of choice.
The following subjects are available:
Please click on each subject for the full syllabus.
Advanced Level (Diploma)
This level is suitable if you would like to gain an in-depth understanding of a particular area of law and acquire some Paralegal skills. Ideally, you should have some existing legal knowledge which has been acquired though study or work. Once qualified, you will receive a diploma in your subject of choice.
The following subjects are available:
- Civil Litigation
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Criminal Law and Procedure
- Family Law and Practice
- Land Law & Conveyancing
- Wills, Probate & Administration
Please click on each subject for the full syllabus.
You can start at any time and have the flexibility of studying at your own pace. You have up to one year to complete it, however the average time is 3-6 months. The more time you dedicate to the course, the sooner you will achieve your qualification.
The study material, coursework and Student resources are available online through the Student and Member area of our website. When you enrol, you will be able to login and access everything you need. You also have access to help and support throughout your studies. You can submit your queries online and receive a response from a member of our team.
There are many benefits to studying a Legal Secretary course through ILSPA. You can gain a recognised qualification, receive CV and guidance to secure employment, have access to a wealth of online resources to help you in your career, receive FREE Membership of the Institute for one year and gain the eligibility to apply for a TOTUM Student discount card.
Coursework and Assessment
There are no examinations for the Advanced level courses. The learner is assessed through coursework which consists of a multiple-choice achievement test and an assignment.
The multiple-choice test and assignment give the learner the ability to show his or her understanding of the subject studied. The assignments will be in the form of essay questions or direct questions. We provide a helpful guide for writing assignments within the coursework.
The learner is given a percentage for his or her achievement test and assignment. An average percentage is taken from these results and a pass, merit or distinction is given.
Upon passing the course, the learner will be awarded an Advanced Diploma Certificate in his or her area of study. If the learner fails any part of the course, he or she will be given the opportunity to retake it once. There is no additional fees for this.
Entry Requirements
Foundation Level Courses
There are no entry requirements for the course, however, we recommend that you have a good typing speed, computer literacy, an understanding of Microsoft Word, and a good standard of spoken and written English.
If you do not have these skills, ILSPA Students can receive a 50% discount on Microsoft Office courses. We can also recommend a free online typing course, which is studied by thousands of Students wanting to improve their speed and accuracy. Please contact us for details.
Advanced Level Courses
We advise that Students have the same basic skills as our foundation level courses, as well as existing legal knowledge which has been acquired through study or work.
Student Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions below.
Terms and Conditions
