Paralegal Training
Course Overview
The Paralegal Training course is a professional programme designed to equip learners with comprehensive legal knowledge, practical skills, and professional conduct required for a successful paralegal career. This course covers everything from key legal terminology and contract law to property, criminal, and probate law, along with conflict resolution, human rights, and workplace ethics. Ideal for aspiring paralegals, legal assistants, or anyone aiming to work in law firms or corporate legal departments, this training prepares you to operate confidently and professionally in the UK legal environment.
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Real-World Benefits
This course equips learners with practical skills to support lawyers, manage legal documentation, and provide professional legal assistance. Graduates gain the confidence to handle contracts, property transactions, criminal matters, and probate cases, while adhering to ethics and professional standards. It’s an ideal pathway for those looking to launch or advance a career in law, legal firms, or corporate legal departments.
Description
The Paralegal Training course provides an in-depth exploration of the paralegal profession. Learners begin with understanding the concept of a paralegal, legal terminology, and effective communication skills, then progress to navigating the legal workplace and understanding law and legal systems. Core modules cover contract and business law, property law, wills and probate, criminal law, and common paralegal matters. The course also addresses human rights, conflict resolution, professional conduct, and ethics, ending with mandatory knowledge fields and survival tips to thrive as a paralegal in practice.
Learning Outcomes of this course:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a paralegal
- Apply legal terminology, contract law, and business law knowledge
- Navigate property law, criminal law, and probate matters
- Communicate effectively in a legal workplace
- Resolve conflicts and understand human rights implications
- Use technology and Apply professional conduct and ethical standards in practiceactivities in teaching
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring paralegals and legal assistants
- Individuals seeking a career in law firms or corporate legal departments
- Professionals looking to enhance knowledge of UK law and legal procedures
- Students aiming to work in contract, property, or criminal law support roles
- Anyone interested in legal ethics, human rights, and workplace compliance
Why Choose Thames College?
Thames College offers you the benefit of —
- UK-focused curriculum aligned with legal profession standards
- Practical approach combining theory, professional skills, and ethics
- Flexible online learning suitable for beginners and working professionals
- Step-by-step guidance on core paralegal tasks and legal procedures
- Trusted UK-based institution delivering career-ready legal training
Certificate of Achievement
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this Paralegal Training course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates. The PDF version is only £2.99 and the Hardcopy version will cost you £8.99.
Requirements
No formal entry requirements! No prerequisites or relevant experience is required!
This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is—
- A smart device with a stable internet connection
- A keen interest in this subject
- And being over the age of 16.
Career Path
Upon completing the Paralegal Training Course, you’ll have a wide range of career opportunities open to you. Here are some potential career paths:
- Paralegal / Legal Assistant – £20,000–£32,000 per year
- Corporate Legal Assistant – £25,000–£35,000 per year
- Property/Conveyancing Paralegal – £25,000–£38,000 per year
- Senior Paralegal – £35,000–£50,000 per year
- Progression to Solicitor or Legal Executive roles – £50,000+ with further qualifications
Course Curriculum
| Paralegal Training | |||
| Understanding the Concept of Paralegal | 00:25:00 | ||
| Key Legal Terminology | 00:16:00 | ||
| Effective Communication Skills for Paralegals | 00:39:00 | ||
| The Legal Workplace & Professionals | 00:46:00 | ||
| Law & Legal Systems | 00:34:00 | ||
| Contract & Business Law | 00:54:00 | ||
| Property Law | 00:20:00 | ||
| Wills, Probate, Estate Law | 00:15:00 | ||
| Criminal Law | 00:24:00 | ||
| Common Paralegal Legal Matters | 00:35:00 | ||
| Human Rights | 00:12:00 | ||
| Conflict and Conflict Resolution | 00:18:00 | ||
| Professional Conduct and Ethics of Paralegals | 00:25:00 | ||
| Mandatory Knowledge Fields and Survival Tips for Paralegals | 00:12:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Paralegal Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Paralegal Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Paralegal Training | Unlimited | ||
| Leave a review on Trustpilot | |||
| Leave a review on Trustpilot | 00:00:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
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