Paralegal Practice Certificate level 3 – P00294

The National Association of Paralegal Practice (NALP) course is a qualification for paralegals. This course is perfect for those looking to become a paralegal and those with some paralegal experience who are looking to progress their career in the legal sector and within a variety of other sectors. The NALP qualification gives students a good grounding in law. There is an expectation that prospective students are working in the legal field, but this is not imperative. The course will be taught one day per week for one year with the opportunity of proceeding into the second year to complete the Diploma. Four units are studied in the first year and a further five if you proceed into the second year to complete the Diploma. Workbooks are provided for students by NALP

Year 1

The following units will be taught in the first year:

– Introduction to Law for Paralegals (Mandatory module)
– Legal Ethics and Responsibilities for Paralegals (Mandatory module)
– Employment Practice for Paralegals
– Consumer Rights and Remedies for Paralegals

Completion of the first year will give you access to the second year to study for the full diploma

It is recommended that you have five GCSEs including English and maths at Grade 4 (C) or above. Adults with equivalent experience or qualifications will also be accepted.

The course is 100% coursework that is externally marked.

Tuition fees

Total Fees: £1,075.00

Additional Costs

Students must register with NALP in order to study this course. There will be a qualification fee of £250.00. The centre will arrange for registration and upon registration the first year of Affiliate membership is free.

If you continue to complete the Diploma in the second year, there will be a membership fee of £60.00 and a qualification fee of £300.00.

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Upon successful completion of the level 3 Certificate, you can progress onto year 2 to complete the Diploma. Upon successful completion of the level 3 Diploma, you can progress onto level 4 and then continue on to level 7.

More information on a career as a paralegal is available on the NALP website

Apply online via the College website. You will be contacted to attend an interview if required, or you will be sent a conditional offer according to the entry requirements for the course. You will then be invited to enrol for your chosen course of study.

For enrol and pay courses: Once you have decided to take the course, you need to fill in a short learner details form online and pay the course fee. Once you have done this, you will receive an electronic confirmation of enrolment and payment.