«The HNC in Legal Services was a great introduction to the legal world and provided me with the foundation on which to build my career» Kevin Currie, Articling Student, Anderson Bain LLP Qualifications are awarded jointly by SQA and the Scottish Paralegal Association. Paralegals from across Scotland have the opportunity to acquire one or more quality-assured national qualifications. These guarantee a minimum level of legal competence recognised by the Law Society of Scotland. The course is recommended if you are considering a professional career in the legal field, if you are pursuing an in-depth law degree after the HND or if you want to consolidate your career in a related field. If you are interested in a legal career or want to study at university level, this course is for you. It is supported by the Law Society of Scotland and the Scottish Paralegal Association. These will help you debate, discuss and negotiate in different situations, not only during your studies, but also later in the workplace. Regardless of the career path you choose, trust, articulation, courtesy and a professional attitude are important qualities that are positively evaluated by employers, especially in the legal profession. This course is perfect if you are interested in a career in law or want to study at university level. It is supported by the Law Society of Scotland and the Scottish Paralegal Association. During your course, you will have the opportunity to attend court visits and meet guest speakers from a variety of legal backgrounds. The HNC/HND Legal Services is a top national award that is often used as an LLB admission course, but may also be of interest to those already working or wishing to work as a paralegal in a law firm or commercial organization. This course develops the skills students need to take on supporting roles, such as paralegal, in the legal profession or in a legal context in various businesses, the public sector or financial organizations.
The HND continues to develop these skills and subjects and is often used as a stepping stone to the LLB for those who cannot directly access the LLB or be able to study at university immediately. The course is full-time and covers a minimum of 4 days per week and covers a wide range of legal topics including commercial law, private and public law, employment law, criminal law, sheriff court procedures and corporate law. If candidates are already practising paralegals, the scholarships provide them with a nationally recognized qualification that demonstrates practical and professionally relevant skills. The HND in Legal Services is an excellent fundamental law course which, at the end of the two-year course, provides a recognised professional qualification for an application to enter the Scottish paralegal profession. These HNC and HND legal services may be of interest to candidates who already work or wish to work as paralegals in a law firm or business organization. We have several social mobility initiatives and invite our legal employers and members to participate. Social mobility is essential to ensure equitable access to the profession. The legal profession should reflect a society where we strive to achieve equality for all through equitable access and wider participation, and higher education plays an important role in ensuring that legal education is open to all, regardless of background. The award will develop the skills candidates need to hire paralegals who specialize in the legal profession or in a legal context in various businesses, the public sector or financial organizations. There are specialized paralegal options that teach the practical skills required by employers. The course further develops the skills and topics studied at HNC. For course details and admission requirements, click on the course name.
For more details on the institution, click on the name of the college or university. To change the ascending alphabetical order, click the column title. Students come from a mix of backgrounds and age groups. Some come straight from school, where they may not have gotten enough qualifications or just didn`t really know what they wanted to do. Some are mature students who want to change careers or pursue a dream career after a change in care responsibilities. «It was a great stepping stone in many ways. I was taught law in many different areas and I had an excellent overview. This gave me a great foundation to start my university studies as I already knew the basics and felt ahead of the rest of the class in a way. It was also ideal to prepare me for the kind of learning I was going to experience at university. Freya Anderson Ward, QN Lawyer, COPFS. Important Note: All learners applying for HND Legal Services must provide a personal statement and include all qualification details in their application.
Applications that do not contain them will not be considered. Evaluators and auditors must be able to meet the general CQA requirements for technical and professional competency outlined in the Systems and Qualifications Approval Guide (510 KB). «It was a little easier for me to take law courses in the first year of my LLB when I had already been briefed on the judicial structure and property law was contextualized in the second year because I had been shown how to write an order» David Durie, DPLP student As with all SQA qualifications, entry is at the discretion of the Centre. Examples of formal entry-level qualifications include: 11 results found. Use the options below the course list to narrow your search. Each candidate is considered individually and uses the following options to search for courses at that level. Previously, credential review summary reports were referred to as internal evaluation reports. A number of optional law subjects are also included in the course.
The HNC/D can provide an understanding and insight into the «professional topics» you will study at LLB. Examples of topics you can study are: This course is ONLY for advanced students at New College Lanarkshire. We cannot accept external applications for this course. The course can give you an understanding of the subjects required before studying them at university. In addition, many college students report that the HNC/D has helped them develop their critical and analytical skills so they can study at the graduate level and succeed. Centers without decentralized powers must present themselves for approval and must contact SQA`s business development team. The focus is on developing your academic and professional skills to prepare you for advancement in employment or further education. They are introduced into the concepts of equality, society, discrimination, prejudice and the rule of law.
Each candidate is considered individually and previous work experience and knowledge are taken into account. Please note: Due to the high number of applications received, not all candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be selected for an interview.