Paralegal Studies (CPD Accredited)
About this course
This is an online self-study course that provides flexible, self-paced learning for individuals seeking to become paralegals or legal assistants. The CPD-accredited paralegal short course covers South African legal principles, court procedures, legal documentation, client communication, and ethical considerations in legal practice. Learners can study anytime, anywhere, with 24/7 access to course materials, video lectures, downloadable resources, and online assessments. Perfect for working professionals and those with busy schedules.
Course Fee
R1,500.00
Discount
—
Final Price
R1,500.00
Status
Open
What You Will Gain
Understanding of the South African legal system and court structures
• Legal research and writing skills
• Drafting of legal documents and correspondence
• Client interview and communication techniques
• Case file management and administration
• Court preparation and filing procedures
• Legal ethics and professional conduct
• CPD accreditation points/certificate upon completion
• Legal research and writing skills
• Drafting of legal documents and correspondence
• Client interview and communication techniques
• Case file management and administration
• Court preparation and filing procedures
• Legal ethics and professional conduct
• CPD accreditation points/certificate upon completion
Career Paths
Paralegal (law firms, corporate legal departments)
• Legal Assistant
• Court Clerk
• Legal Secretary
• Compliance Assistant
• Debt Collection Paralegal
• Family Law Paralegal
• Conveyancing Paralegal (entry level)
• Legal Assistant
• Court Clerk
• Legal Secretary
• Compliance Assistant
• Debt Collection Paralegal
• Family Law Paralegal
• Conveyancing Paralegal (entry level)
Prerequisites
• Grade 10 or equivalent (basic literacy and numeracy)
• Computer literacy (basic word processing)
• Good command of English (reading and writing)
• No prior legal experience required
• Computer literacy (basic word processing)
• Good command of English (reading and writing)
• No prior legal experience required
Learning Objectives
• Navigate the South African legal system and sources of law
• Draft basic legal documents (affidavits, summonses, contracts)
• Conduct legal research using primary and secondary sources
• Manage legal files and deadlines effectively
• Apply ethical standards in legal support roles
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and legal professionals
• Draft basic legal documents (affidavits, summonses, contracts)
• Conduct legal research using primary and secondary sources
• Manage legal files and deadlines effectively
• Apply ethical standards in legal support roles
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and legal professionals
Target Audience
• School leavers exploring legal careers
• Administrative staff in law firms seeking formal training
• Corporate secretaries and compliance officers
• Court clerks and government legal support staff
• Career changers entering the legal field
• Small business owners needing legal documentation skills
• Administrative staff in law firms seeking formal training
• Corporate secretaries and compliance officers
• Court clerks and government legal support staff
• Career changers entering the legal field
• Small business owners needing legal documentation skills
Certification
Upon successful completion, learners receive a Certificate in Paralegal Studies that is CPD Accredited. The certificate is issued by Leslie's Skills Academy with CPD accreditation recognition. Eligible for CPD points (verify specific point allocation with your CPD provider). Certificate includes learner's name, course title, completion date, and unique certificate number for verification.