TAFE Queensland
Diploma of Paralegal Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Redesign your career with this high-level course. Develop specialised skills and knowledge to become a paralegal.
According to the Australian Government's Jobs Outlook service, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is expected to increase by 12 per cent in the next decade.
In this course you will gain an in-depth understanding of the Australian legal system, while enhancing your administrative skills to be able to support a team of law professionals. You will learn how to carry out legal research, maintain a legal filing system and follow legal instructions, and also develop the skills to write complex documents and communicate in a legal service environment.
Our highly-experienced teaching staff will give you one-on-one guidance and the industry knowledge you need to succeed in the legal sector.
Successful completion of this course will give you the confidence and skills to seek employment as a paralegal or legal assistant. It will also give you the knowledge required to pursue further study.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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 TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
