Canberra Institute of Technology
Diploma of Paralegal Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification will equip you with the skills to provide paralegal services in a law firm.
Through a blend of theory and practical coursework, you will learn how to support clients and lawyers across various areas of law, including: contract, tort, family, property, wills, and probate matters.
You will gain skills in research, taking instructions, applying legal principles, identify and interpreting compliance requirements and developing and supporting working relationships.
Delivery mode
Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
- Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Paralegal Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Legal Administrator
A Legal Administrator works in a court or legal practice performing administrative duties. This may involve general administration tasks like filin...
Legal Assistant
A Legal Assistant works with other legal professionals in a court or lawyer’s office. Your daily activities will be varied but could involve helpin...
Legal Receptionist
A Legal Receptionist performs administrative duties at a legal practice or in a courthouse. You might greet clients and answer phone calls or respo...
Legal Secretary
A Legal Secretary’s role involves performing secretarial duties for other people working in the legal industry. Your work might include supporting...
Paralegal
Paralegals play an important role in legal proceedings by assisting lawyers and other legal professionals to prepare for cases. You’ll help prepare...
Legal Researcher
A Legal Researcher investigates and analyses legal information to support lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals. You might work in law fir...
Law Clerk
A Law Clerk performs a range of duties at a legal practice or courthouse. You’ll carry out tasks relevant to the legal field such as preparing lega...
About Canberra Institute of Technology
CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.
