professional & career development programmes - Leeds City College

Law & legal services - nalpParalegal studiesdiploma Level 4Duration: 31 weekslocation: plcParalegal practicepost graduate diploma Level 7Duration: 31 weekslocation: plc“The NALP is recognised as an awardingorganisation by Ofqual (the regulatorof qualifications in England) offeringaccredited recognised professionalparalegal law course qualifications andlegal training for a career in the field of law.The NALP is dedicated to promoting thestatus of Paralegals and paralegal training inEngland & Wales and abroad. Our nationallyrecognised courses are an affordablealternative to university tuition costs whichwill set you on the path to a rewarding careerin the legal sector. “(NALP website 2012)T R AI NI N GNALPLT DC O M PA N YAbout NALP coursesNALP offer accredited recognisedprofessional paralegal law coursequalifications and generalist legal trainingfor a career in the field of law. A ‘LicensedParalegal’ works to the standard required byNALP.By gaining qualifications and experience,paralegals can work, through the association,towards gaining a Licence. Once a Licencehas been attained, a Licensed Paralegalhas the right to practice from High Streetoffices offering legal services directly tomembers of the public, provided they havethe appropriate insurance (such as indemnityinsurance). The Paralegal Profession is nowseen as a viable route to a career in the law.Further information on NALP courses can befound on the NALP website.www.nationalparalegals.co.ukAbout the courseThe Level 4 Diploma in Paralegal Studies is an alternativeroute for school leavers and adults to a law qualificationother than going to university.You will study the following units:• General Principles of Law in the English Legal System• General Principles of Law: the Law of Contract• General Principles of Law: the Law of Tort• General Principles of Law: Criminal Law• General Principles of Law: Wills, Intestacy and FamilyProvision and Procedural Law: Civil Litigation.Entry RequirementsTwo A Levels; A Level Law; BTEC National Diploma(NVQ/GNVQ Level 3 or above) ORCILEX Level 3 Qualifications; ILSPAs Legal SecretaryDiploma or Mature Students Welcome.About the courseThe Level 7 Diploma in Paralegal Practice is designedto bridge the gap between an academic degree andthe practical, procedural knowledge and skills necessaryto be able to function effectively as a Career Paralegal.It provides a LLB Law Graduate with a procedural lawqualification removing the need to proceed to an LPCYou will study the following units:• Assess and Evaluate Civil Litigation Procedures• Assess and Evaluate Procedural Law Relating toMatrimonial and Civil Partnerships• Assess and Evaluate Procedures Relating toConveyancing• Assess and Evaluate Procedures Relating to Succession• Assess and Evaluate Legal Implications for ComplexCorporate and Business Structures and Legal Skills.Entry RequirementsOne of the following is required:LL.B. (Hons); BA LAWor CPE/GDLA Law Degree based on Common Law.Overseas students please note, your degree needs toinclude The English Legal System.3637