The ICI paralegal course
has been designed in conjunction with government and industry
representatives and helps you learn the skills you need to succeed within
the field of law quickly and conveniently.
Our program is designed for those
who seek to enter the profession and for experienced paralegals and
legal secretaries who wish to improve their skills and upgrade
credentials.
Apply knowledge of the legal system to
complete tasks
Roles and responsibilities
of the courts, tribunals and commissions
Names of the main courts
and tribunals in the legal system and what
they do
Titles, roles and
responsibilities of people in the legal
industry
Various areas of law
Range of legal services
offered by legal firms
Range of legal
documentation and how to use it
How to apply for
certificates
How to act when in a
court/tribunal
Carry out
search of the public record
Know a range of sources such as
electoral rolls, credit files, motor vehicle
registration, rate searches, Consumer
Affairs records, databases etc.
Know where to locate sources such as
government departments, statutory bodies,
Titles Office, Australian Securities
Commission, Court library etc.
How to plan a search
How to work to timelines such as court
deadlines, client needs, case issues
How to conduct the search including
lodging a request, paying costs
Completing the search including filing
expenses, checking information, delivering
the information and recording time
Apply the
principles of confidentiality and security
within the legal environment
Various codes of conduct including
duty of care, ethical behaviour, conflict of
interest, privacy, maintaining
confidentiality etc.
Types of non-disclosable information
such as names, addresses, witness
statements, financial information,
whereabouts of clients etc.
Security and confidentiality procedures
Handle receipt
and despatch of information
How to process court documents, original
documents and served documents
How to distribute urgent and
confidential documents
Procedures for collecting, sorting,
recording outgoing mail
Delivery methods
Bulk mailing procedures
How to organise urgent deliveries
Use legal
terminology in order to carry out tasks
An understanding of legal
terminology and when to use it appropriately
Abbreviations for commonly
used legal terms
Extend learning of legal
terminology
Assist in
prioritising and planning activities in a legal
practice
How to work to file-related
deadlines
Make and record appointments
Diary organisation
How to meet deadlines
Follow up meeting outcomes
Work
effectively in a business environment
The rights and
responsibilities of employees and employers
Occupational health and
safety procedures
Equal opportunity policies
e.g. discrimination issues, reporting
procedures, how to resolve disputes
Workplace terms and
conditions
Issues relating to change in
the workplace
Working in a legal office
Personal work goals
Careers in legal
administration
Produce
business documents
Selecting appropriate
software
Identifying document
requirements
Designing and enhancing
document formats
Producing documents
Contribute to effective workplace
relationships
Collecting information from
appropriate source
Developing trust and
confidence
Building and maintaining
networks and relationships
Managing difficulties
Maintain records for time and disbursements
in a legal practice
Time sheet records
How to deal with
irregularities and/or uncertainties
Recording disbursements
Record keeping of
documentation
Court documentation
Delivery procedures for
court documents
Court filing fees
Drafting and lodging court
documents
How
Will You Benefit?
Fast track your career in paralegal
services
Learn the inside secrets of how
to become a paralegal pro in months not years!
Study a paralegal course that was designed in
conjunction with the paralegal industry
Free up valuable time, don't waste time and
money travelling to classes
Study at your own pace whenever and wherever
you are
Have access to a tutor who works in the
industry you are training for
Easy interest free payment plans from as low
as $49 per week
Start a career in a powerful and well
paid industry. The ICI paralegal studies course is your
stepping-stone toward an exciting career working for in-house legal departments of
large companies and private practice law firms specializing
in:
Private
Administrative Law
Bankruptcy
Civil Rights Consumer
Law
Contract Law
Criminal Law
Environmental Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Health Care Law
Immigration Law
Labor Law
Litigation
Personal Injury
Real Estate Law
Corporate Legal
Departments
Human Resources
Analyst
Insurance Companies
Real Estate & Title
Insurance Firms
Banks & Financial
Institutions
Community Legal
Services
Risk Management
Government
Attorney General's Office
Various government departments
Parliament
Courts
This legal course will provide you
with a thorough knowledge of the legal industry, skills and
knowledge needed to keep pace in a thriving law practice.
It is a comprehensive legal course where you will learn highly
advanced practical skills in administration, while gaining crucial
knowledge of paralegal systems and procedures for the legal
industry.
You will also gain an understanding of the concepts, terminology and
documentation specific to courts and legal offices, and develop the
skills and experience necessary for effective case research,
reporting and preparation of contractual agreements such as wills,
probates and leases.
Job outlook
According to the latest government statistics
there is growing demand for Legal Assistants and Paralegals. It is
forecasted that a 29% increase will occur between 2002 and 2012.
Taking the ICI paralegal course can help you become a part of it
all! A search of your local newspaper or online job search website
will reveal the paralegals are among the most in demand positions in
the workplace!
What is a paralegal exactly?
Paralegals are the support staff to the
legal profession of Barristers and Solicitors. Support includes
paralegal staff, legal secretaries, legal administrative assistants,
receptionists, registration clerks, accounts clerks and others.
Legal secretaries develop advanced practical skills in research,
reporting and preparation of legal documents and have a thorough
understanding of the concepts, terminology and documentation
specific to courts and legal offices.
Course
Levels Explained / Prerequisites
This course leads to the awarding of either a
Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma depending on which level
you enrol at. The different levels are achieved by the amount of
course content and assessments involved within each module at the
basic (Certificate), intermediate (Diploma) and advanced (Advanced
Diploma) levels. You will be able to learn about what the difference
is between the three levels below:
Certificate: represents a basic level
of operational knowledge with general knowledge. Suitable for
basic entry level positions.
Diploma: qualifications recognises the
graduates capacity for initiative and judgment across a broad
range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders
typically have personal responsibility and autonomy
(semi-independence) in performing technical operations or
organising others in the workplace.
Advanced Diploma: The graduate is able
to apply a significant range of principles and techniques across
various contexts and functions. Graduates can expect to be
involved in significant judgments, planning, and
leadership/guidance functions related to workplace products,
services, operations or procedures.
There are NO previous work or education
requirements for entry into any course level. Students may enrol
directly into the diploma or advanced diploma levels without
completing lower ranked qualifications. Graduates can expect higher
course levels to result in higher potential salary, positions and
skill capabilities.
Course Length
(Source:
2008 Student Graduation Statistics)
The average time within which students complete
studies is:
Certificate Level -14 weeks,
DiplomaLevel -24
weeks,
Advanced Diploma Level -31
weeks.
ICI courses allow you to study at your own
pace with no assignment deadlines. This means that you determine
the pace of the course and within which time period you will
ultimately complete your studies in.
Completing your course with ICI is
flexible as you can fast-track and graduate in a matter of
months. You complete activities and submit assignments
whenever you are ready.
The maximum time given to complete a
program is three years.
Study Mode : Distance Learning
This entire course is carried out via Distance
Learning (also known as correspondence learning). Distance
learning is ideal if you need to adapt around work, family, or other
commitments. It is also extremely beneficial should you simply wish
to fast track your studies (and career) and not be locked into a
timetable.
Our course content and learning experience ensure that your
course is relevant and interesting. Learning, tutorial assistance
and assessments take place whenever and wherever you are in the
country or world. It takes place at your own pace on your own terms
to fit your lifestyle. As an ICI student, you’ll never endure a pop
quiz, spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars travelling, and
never be late with an assignment or for class.
Enrolments statistics reveal that students from the following
categories are currently taking advantage of the distance learning
experience at ICI:
Government, business & industry
employers 32%
High school leavers 20%
Individuals looking to start a
business or change career paths 18%
Individuals already in the
industry looking to formalise and/or update knowledge and seek a
promotion 11%
Military personal 11%
Stay at home mothers 8%
Recognition & Accreditation
This
course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC).
The courses offered by ICI are unique as they take a very "hands on"
approach. Our courses are not designed to teach you just the
"theory" behind the industry - they are written and tutored by
industry professionals and will fast-track you into a new career of
your choice.
Various government departments and business's have
enrolled their own staff with ICI for further training and
development and is a strong indicator of acceptance and recognition
by employers and industry.
The following
is a partial list of companies and government departments which have
enrolled or sponsored staff into ICI courses:
Department of Defence
State of Queensland
Department of Tourism, Regional
Development & Industry
Department of Employment,
Economic Development & Innovation
Revenue SA (State of South
Australia)
Metcash Trading Ltd Australia (IGA)
Navman Technologies
Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane
Employment Directions Network /
Department of Education & Training
Queensland Compensation
Calvin Klein
John Paul College
Darwin International Airport
Mitsubishi Corporation
Commonwealth Bank
HSBC
American Express
Clayton UTZ
Hennikers Solicitors
Villari Lawyers
UnitingCare
Aviva Australia Holdings,
Uniting Care Institute of Family Practice
Federal Workplace Authority
Centacare Employment Group
Mission Australia
MAX Employment
Gunnebo Australia (Security)
Brookfield Multiplex
Coca-Cola Amitil
Coles Myer Ltd
How
Does it Work? - The ICI Learning Experience
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learn how the typical ICI student experience goes from enrolment to
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Already in the Profession or Industry?
This course and qualification is a great way of consolidating
existing knowledge via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), updating
your industry skills and contributing towards your professional
development. It is also one of the most practical steps you can take
towards working towards gaining a promotion or better paid position.
Course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction as long
as the course is sufficiently connected to your work activities.
What Do I Get?
All
materials essential for course completion are included in the cost
of the course fee. Upon enrolment, students receive:
All required study materials and course notes
Practical assignment projects with constructive
tutor feedback
Industry based tutor who will service all of your
course and career questions and guidance needs
Student ID card giving students
access to thousands of discounts both at home and overseas! Save on
transport, accommodation, communications, food, shopping, movies and
more!
On
successful completion of the course you will receive:
A graduation certificate officially
recognizing your successful completion of studies and
qualifications as a paralegal
Transcripts indicating units completed
Letter of recommendation and validation for
current and future employers
Post-nominal letters placed after your name
which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification. For
example: John Smith, DipPL
Job search assistance: Graduate Career
Services Program (Click
to learn more).
Student Testimonials & Survey
I
have learned a lot from the lesson materials, as well as from the
staff. You all have demonstrated a professionalism which I hope to
reflect in my own career... I have enjoyed the lessons themselves and
had lots of fun.
- Jacoline Loewen
The diploma, knowledge, and
skills that I have acquired through ICI played a significant role in
my achieving my position. The recruiting department of the firm I
work for was quite impressed with the educational curriculum. Thank
you ICI! You have given me the opportunity of making my dreams of
becoming a paralegal a reality.
is the next enrolment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand
and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.
Your enrolment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the
Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your
course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course its
at your own pace and you determine when you finish. Don't miss out.
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