CILEx Certificate in Legal Practice

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Starts January , June, September
Course Type Part Time
Duration One Year
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Introduction

The CILEX Certificate in Legal Practice is an introductory legal qualification which allows you to explore the practical aspects of working in law. The course is ideal for those who are not currently in legal work but wish to explore that career option. The course is also perfect for those working in a junior position, e.g. legal assistant, wanting to increase their legal knowledge or begin their development to become a Paralegal. The course also allows employers to upskill their workforce within specialist areas and departments.

What do we study

Trainees will start by completing two mandatory modules: Legal Systems, which covers the foundations of law and legal practice, and Professional and Legal Skills, which focuses on how to succeed working within a legal environment and how to conduct legal research. The third module will link to a relevant pathway, or specialism. The modules available include property and conveyancing, working in civil litigation, working in criminal law, working in family practice and working in probate practice.

How will I learn

We deliver the programme using a blended learning model to allow flexibility within your learning journey. You will learn through a variety of methods such as video lectures, in-person seminars, interactive workshops and skills-based tutorials. You will also receive a resources pack and extra support in the run up to assessments. You will be allocated a dedicated professional mentor who will support you through your study programme and provide guidance on developing your employability profile.

What's next

Graduates will receive a Certificate in legal practice based on your chosen specialism, e.g. Certificate in Civil Litigation. The Certificate allows you to progress onto the CPQ Foundation course to train to become a CILEX Paralegal and can even provide exemptions towards this qualification allowing you to qualify quicker. Alternatively, you may wish to enrol on out FdA Law and Practice Degree, in partnership with Teesside University. Information on these course are available within the prospectus.

What else do I need to know

Each learner will be assigned a personal tutor who will guide them through their study and will meet regularly to discuss progress and individual learner needs. We also have a careers adviser who can help with CV’s, job searches and interview techniques when it comes to applying for jobs in the legal sector. Trips to the law courts are also included for those who wish to see the law in action. Networking events are also arranged to help learners build links with people working in the profession. Cilex Certificate Registration Fee: £450 Training Provider Fees: £1,680 Total cost: £2,130

The tutors are highly skilled and experienced, with a number of tutors qualified as solicitors.

Our Professional Services department at Bede has an excellent reputation in law and legal services.

Bede Sixth Form College is also an accredited centre, delivering professional qualifications with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives.

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