This course is designed for those who would like to work in a paralegal type and/or legal administration role in the legal sector.
The course provides skills in and knowledge of a broad range of clerical and administrative activities common to a variety of organisations. The course also provides a broad range of legal skills and knowledge applicable to a legal office environment. The course also includes work experience in a legal office environment.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: BSB41207
Campus: Preston
Duration
Full-time:
1 year
6 mths Cert III Business Admin, then 6 mths Cert IV Legal Services
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
This qualification may lead to further study in the Advanced Diploma in Legal Practice.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may gain employment as a legal assistant, assistant paralegal, legal administration assistant, a legal support officer or as a legal support for a recruitment consultant.
Entrance Requirements
The course does not have mandatory requirements for entry to qualifications. Applicants are expected to have the educational requirements and underpinning knowledge to meet the demands of the course.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: tests, practical exercises, case studies, demonstrations, observations, role plays, assignments.
Materials
Students will be required to purchase text books and notes. Booklists will be available on enrolment.
Fees
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBADM307B | Organise Schedules (Cert III unit) | 9 | |
| BSBITU303A | Design & Produce Text Documents (Cert III unit) | 60 | |
| BSBITU304A | Produce Spreadsheets (Cert III unit) | 26 | |
| BSBLEG301A | Apply knowledge of Legal System to complete tasks (Cert III unit) | 60 | |
| BSBLEG302A | Carry Out Search of Public Record (Cert III unit) | 17 | |
| BSBLEG303A | Deliver Court Documentation (Cert III unit) | 10 | |
| BSBLEG304A | Principles of Confidentiality & Security (Cert III unit) | 20 | |
| BSBLEG305A | Use Legal Terminology to carry out tasks (Cert III unit) | 40 | |
| BSBWRT301A | Write Simple Business Docs (Cert III unit) | 34 | |
| BSBITU307A | Develop Keyboard Skill & Accuracy (Cert III unit) | 26 | Core |
| BSBLEG401A | Prepare and produce complex legal documents | 80 | Core |
| BSBLEG409A | Provide non-legal advice | 50 | Core |
| BSBLEG410A | Interact with other parties | 30 | Core |
| BSBLEG412A | Interpret and apply legislation | 120 | Core |
| BSBOHS201A | Participate in OH&S (online) (Cert III unit) | 20 | Core |
| BSBRES402A | Research, locate & provide Legal & other info in response to requests | 60 | Core |
| BSBRES403A | Research legal processes | 50 | Core |
| BSBADM303B | Produce Texts from Audio Transcription (Cert III unit) | 26 | Elective |
| BSBCUS301A | Deliver & Monitor a Service to Customers (Cert III unit) | 35 | Elective |
| BSBLEG403A | Maintain trust accounts | 50 | Elective |
| BSBLEG404A | Provide support in Property Law matters | 60 | Elective |
| BSBLEG405A | Provide support in Family Law matters | 60 | Elective |
| BSBLEG406A | Provide support in Criminal Law matters | 60 | Elective |
