Course Summary
The course has been designed to give students a greater understanding of the key legal specialisations they are likely to encounter in legal firms. The focus of the certificate is to enhance the practical skills and knowledge of legal secretaries and others who wish to gain greater experience of the skills required to work in a legal office. The certificate will provide value for legal secretaries, but also for their employers
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Who should attend?
The course is ideally suited to legal secretaries seeking to expand their legal skills and obtain a legal qualification. It is also suitable for:
- Office managers,
- Personal assistants,
- Office administrators, and
- Secretaries working in non-legal offices who wish to gain the practical skills and knowledge required to work in a legal office.
Application Details
Application information
The closing date for applications is 22nd October 2024. To apply, please follow the instructions below.
How to apply:
We welcome applications for this course from suitably qualified professionals. Your application must be approved before you can formally register on the course. To apply please email the following documents to [email protected] :
A completed application form (see below):
Your Curriculum Vitae
A short cover letter setting out your relevant experience
The total course fee is €850. No fees are required prior to approval.
Start Date: Tuesday 5th November 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Fees
€850.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Duration
Introductory lecture onsite and webcast online on a Tuesday evening; thereafter online lectures on Tuesdays with occasional lecture releases. Workshops onsite on Saturdays. Lectures available to view on demand.
CPD Hours:
The number of hours of CPD that you may claim in relation to this course will depend on the way in which you access each of the individual sessions. For further information and the booklet, see CPD scheme.