Diploma of Paralegal Services - BSB50720

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $6898

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Average Course Duration: 14 Months

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan and carry out work in a legal context in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the different jurisdictions. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Paralegal.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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Student Outcomes

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Society and Culture field who were satisfied with the training (Diploma).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Society and Culture field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Diploma).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Society and Culture field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Diploma).

Jobs

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Diploma) are most often employed as:

39.3%

Community and Personal Service Workers

28.9%

Professionals

15%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

Industries

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Diploma) are most often employed in:

52%

Health Care and Social Assistance

15.6%

Public Administration and Safety

10.1%

Education and Training

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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VET Student Loans

This course is eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The maximum amount that can be loaned for this course is $11,191.

The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Business Services Career Pathway

Diploma of Paralegal Services is in the Society and Culture Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Business Services.

Stream

Legal and Conveyancing

Certificate II

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Business Administration

Leadership and Management

Marketing and Communication

Project Management

Human Resources & Work Health and Safety

Library and Information Services

Business Support

Certificate II

Office Assistant

Certificate III

Entrepreneur

Occupational Health and Safety Assistant

Customer Service Assistant

Certificate IV

Marketing Assistant

Project Administrator

Diploma

Campaign Manager

Advanced Diploma

Account Director

Project Director

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

Total number of units = 12

5 core units plus

7 elective units, of which:

3 elective units must be selected from Group A

2 elective units must be selected from Group B

for the remaining 2 elective units:

up to 2 units may be selected from Groups A and B

if not listed, up to 2 units may be selected from a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Core units

BSBLEG421 Apply understanding of the Australian legal system

BSBLEG422 Maintain a file in a legal services environment

BSBLEG521 Conduct and apply legal research

BSBLEG534 Take instructions in a legal services environment

BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Elective units

Group A – Legal Services

BSBLEG425 Apply principles of legal project management

BSBLEG522 Apply legal principles in contract law matters

BSBLEG523 Apply legal principles in tort law matters

BSBLEG524 Apply principles of evidence law in matters under litigation

BSBLEG525 Apply legal principles in intellectual property law matters

BSBLEG526 Apply legal principles in criminal law matters

BSBLEG527 Apply legal principles in family law matters

BSBLEG528 Apply legal principles in property law matters

BSBLEG529 Apply legal principles in corporation law matters

BSBLEG530 Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters

BSBLEG531 Apply legal principles in administrative law matters

BSBLEG532 Assist with court procedure

BSBLEG533 Support alternative dispute resolution processes

Group B – Transferable Skills

BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence

BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others

BSBDAT501 Analyse data

BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes

BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development

BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships

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