Study Method Online
Provider International Career Institute
Recognition IAPCC
Start Date Enrol anytime

Course overview

Is it your dream to work in the field of law and justice? Perhaps you already have a role in this growing and lucrative industry and want to advance your career. Take the next step in your professional development with our online paralegal courses.

Designed in consultation with legal industry and government representatives, this flexible learning programme will give you the skills you need to get ahead.

Job outcomes

  • Paralegals

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Recognitions

IAPCC

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

Students typically complete their studies within 24 weeks

Delivery

Our paralegal course is carried out entirely online via distance learning (also called correspondence learning). This mode of studying is ideal if you need to fit your professional development around existing commitments, whether this is work, family or anything else.

You decide when and where you study. Throughout the course, you will have access to a personal tutor who will provide advice and answer any questions you have. You can learn, submit assignments and take assessments wherever you are in the world at a time that suits you.

Our paralegal course is designed to be relevant and engaging too, making it easy to stay focused and motivated throughout.

Entry requirements

There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into our online paralegal course.

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Course features

  • Expedite your career in paralegal services
  • Access materials developed in consultation with senior professionals in the legal industry
  • Set your own timetable, allowing you to fit your legal studies around existing commitments
  • Have your own personal tutor to provide support and answer questions
  • Save money and time by learning remotely rather than in person
  • Pay upfront for a 10% reduction in the course fee, or choose our interest-free weekly payment plan

Professional Recognition

Accredited by the IAPCC

Subjects

Units
Scope and Nature of Legal Terminology

What is Legal Terminology
Codification
Legal Language
Sources of Law
Types of Law
Separation of Powers

The Legal Workplace – People & Processes

Types of Lawyers
Law Courts
Jurisdiction
Levels of Courts
Court Functions

Legal Systems and International Law

Common Law Legal System
Civil Law
Mixed Systems
Codification of Law
Separation of Powers
International Law

Contract & Business Law

The Nature of Contract
Classes of Contracts
Validity and Enforcement
Contracts and Agreements
Legal Relations

Property Law

Property Law
Conveyancing
Intellectual Property

Wills, Probate, Estate Law

Estates
Wills
Trusts

And more

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About International Career Institute

The International Career Institute (ICI) is an independent and private provider of online education. ICI students are given skills that will change their employment prospects and increase their value to employers. The Institute listens to employers via its strong links to industry. The Institute currently offers over 50 exciting careers and lifestyle focused courses to a broad range of adult learners regardless of location or prior experience and education.
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