Melissa Mahoney Legal College
Diploma of Paralegal Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)To successfully complete the Diploma of Paralegal Services (BSB50720), you are required to complete 12 units of competency (or 15 units of competency if you are required to complete the 3 entry units).
You are able to enrol and start this course at anytime! There are no designated start/intake days.
It is essential that you have dedicated internet access as well as Microsoft Word to complete your studies (we prefer Microsoft Office programs rather than Google docs or similar due to the creation and use of system templates).
This course is offered as external/distance, online study via our student portal/learning management system. Telephone and email support is provided as required.
Average Duration: 12 – 15 months
Units of Competency:
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
BSBLEG526 Apply legal principles in criminal law matters
BSBLEG527 Apply legal principles in family law matters
BSBLEG529 Apply legal principles corporation law matters
BSBLEG530 Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters
BSBLEG532 Assist with court procedure
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development
BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
Delivery mode
Melissa Mahoney Legal College 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
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who have completed the following units:
- BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment;
- BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research;
- and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents
OR
Have two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.
If you do not meet the entry requirements,
you are able to enrol in the Diploma of Paralegal Services and complete the 3
entry units through us.
Upon competent completion of all entry units, you are able
to undertake the remaining 12 units of the Diploma of Paralegal Services.
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...
Family Lawyer
A Family Lawyer specialises in legal proceedings involving family law such as divorce settlements or dealing with wills. You might represent a clie...
Immigration Consultant
Immigration Consultants provide advisory services to individuals (and families) who want to migrate to Australia. They prepare and lodge visa appli...
Legal Researcher
A Legal Researcher investigates and analyses legal information to support lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals. You might work in law fir...
Legal Aid Lawyer
A Legal Aid Lawyer provides legal representation and advice to individuals who cannot afford private legal services. You might work in legal aid or...
In House Counsel
An In-House Counsel provides legal advice and representation within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, non-profit, or governme...
Arbitrator
An Arbitrator helps resolve disputes between parties outside of the courtroom. You might work in commercial, employment, or international settings....
Government Lawyer
A Government Lawyer provides legal advice and representation to government departments and agencies. You might work in areas such as policy develop...
Corporate Lawyer
A Corporate Lawyer provides legal expertise to businesses and corporations. You might work in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, corporate gov...
Community Lawyer
A Community Lawyer provides legal support and advocacy for individuals and groups within the community. You might work in non-profit organisations,...
Parliamentary Counsel
A Parliamentary Counsel provides legal expertise and support to government members in drafting and reviewing legislation. You might work within a p...
Human Rights Lawyer
A Human Rights Lawyer advocates for individuals and groups whose rights have been violated. You might work for non-profit organisations, government...
Public Prosecutor
A Public Prosecutor represents the state in criminal proceedings. You might work in local, state, or federal courts. Public Prosecutors focus on pr...
About Melissa Mahoney Legal College
Melissa Mahoney Legal College is a privately owned college in Brisbane that offers legal administration/services/paralegal courses through distance education / online learning. Established in 2006, our boutique college allows you to complete legal studies either through a traineeship arrangement or as a private student.
