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.
Locations
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
$11,715
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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...
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.
