The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and skills for people either employed or seeking employment in legal administrative support or as legal support staff. The course provides a thorough introduction to the law and its current operation and is therefore useful for employment in private and public legal offices.
Enrolment in this course provides eligibility for provisional membership in the Institute of Legal Executives.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21618VIC
- CRICOS Code: 066977G
Campus: Greensborough
Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students who complete this course are advised to apply for exemptions from units in a degree course at a higher education institution. Pathway arrangements are in place with some universities.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment as legal administrative support staff in justice administration and the courts, the police force, financial services such as insurance and banking institutions and property transfer services (conveyancing).
Entrance Requirements
Satisfactory completion of the VCE or an approved equivalent course, or mature age entry.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Tests, practical exercises, case studies, demonstrations, observation, role plays or assignments.
Materials
Students will be required to purchase textbooks and notes. Booklists will be available upon enrolment.
Fees
Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
International Fees:
A$10200 p.a.
Australian Government subsidised place:
You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees:
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:68581
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSALF401A | Maintain trust accounts | 40 |
| BSALPP401A | Prepare and produce complex legal documents | 102 |
| BSBADM303A | Produce text from audio transcription | 26 |
| BSBADM305A | Create and use databases | 17 |
| BSBCMN108A | Develop keyboard skills | 40 |
| BSBCMN214A | Create and use simple spreadsheets | 17 |
| BSBCMN306A | Produce business documents | 62 |
| BSBCMN310A | Deliver & Monitor Service to Customers | 16 |
| BSBCMN311A | Maintain workplace safety | 10 |
| BSBCMN420A | Write Complex Documents | 20 |
| BSBFLM501B | Manage Personal Work Priorities and Professional Development | 39 |
| VBJ207 | Practise in a legal environment | 79 |
| VBM894 | Law of torts | 51 |
| VBM895 | Law of contract | 51 |
| VBM896 | Property law | 51 |
| VBM897 | Law of evidence | 51 |
| VBM898 | Legal process | 51 |
| VBM899 | Commercial law | 51 |
| VBM900 | The conveyancing process | 51 |
| VBM901 | Family law | 51 |
| VBM903 | Land contracts | 51 |
| VBM905 | Consumer protection law | 51 |
| VBM906 | Probate and administration | 51 |
| VBM907 | Civil procedure | 51 |
| VBM909 | Criminal law | 51 |
| VBM913 | Legal research method | 51 |
| VBP160 | Employment law | 51 |
