Want a legal career, without the wig part? Be a paralegal!
Paralegals use a range of specialised, technical or managerial knowledge to plan and carry out work in a legal context in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions. In this course, you'll cover a range of legal principles in areas including family, corporate and criminal law to prepare you for working in a professional law firm environment. You'll also learn how to write and review complex legal documents, and assist with court procedures.
This is the perfect qualification to set you up for a paralegal career, or to use as a pathway into legal studies at university level.
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Enhance your career prospects in the legal sector with transferable, legal focused skills you will gain in this Paralegal Services qualification.
The range of competencies delivered in this course has been developed to assist you in planning, preparing and carrying out the work required as a paralegal in the legal sector, supporting law practitioners and clients.
You'll gain a solid understanding of the Australian legal system and the application of legal principles in criminal, contract, litigation, family and tort law. You'll also cover topics such how to carry out as legal research, develop business networks and relationships, take instructions in a legal environment and write complex documents.
Our highly skilled lecturers have current industry knowledge to provide you with the most relevant and current legal sector skills. Successful completion of this Diploma of Paralegal Services will equip you with the skills to provide legal direction and support within both public and private sector roles.
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.