Practical Skills Course

Are you ready to enhance your professional skills and further your career as a paralegal? Our Practical Skills Course is tailored to equip you with the essential knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive in the legal field.

• Build your Confidence: You’ll be more self-assured in taking on new tasks, facing challenges, and making informed decisions.
• Increase Efficiency: Mastering practical skills streamlines your workflow and increases your productivity. You’ll be able to manage your time effectively, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality work promptly.
• Advance your Career: As you gain practical experience, you open doors to higher-level positions and career advancement opportunities.

Why Enrol in Our Practical Skills Course?

• Expert-Led Training: Learn from seasoned professionals who bring real-world insights and practical wisdom.
• Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace, from anywhere, with our comprehensive online resources.
• Recognised Certification: Earn a prestigious certification that adds value to your resume and demonstrates your commitment to professional growth.

Course Overview

Our course is divided into four comprehensive modules, each designed to build your expertise step-by-step:

Module 1: Introduction to Civil Court Procedures

• Understand the fundamentals of civil court processes.
• Learn the duties, skills, and principles required to execute solicitors’ instructions effectively.

Module 2: Case Analysis and Application Preparation

• Develop the ability to analyse case files and extract key information.
• Master the preparation and presentation of applications before a District Judge in chambers.

Module 3: Courtroom Skills and Barrister Assistance

• Acquire note-taking skills during trials or hearings.
• Learn the responsibilities involved in assisting barristers during criminal trials.
• Gain techniques for taking statements from witnesses.

Module 4: Understanding Tribunals and Employment Cases

• Explore the workings of tribunals, with a special focus on Employment Tribunals.
• Examine case studies and understand the differences between court and tribunal proceedings.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical Experience: Engage in hands-on exercises that mimic real-life legal scenarios.
• Comprehensive Resources: Access study guides, video tutorials, and valuable course materials.
• Career Guidance: Receive a guide to finding work as a freelance paralegal upon successful course completion.