Paralegal Courses
 

Paralegal Diploma Intermediate Level: Modules 1,2,3 are compulsory.

Qualify as a Paralegal and get the Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level.

Previous legal experience or legal qualifications are not essential as Modules 1,2,3 cover from Introduction to Intermediate Level.


Paralegal Diploma Advanced level: Module 4 is compulsory.

Qualify as a Senior Paralegal and get the Paralegal Diploma, Advanced Level.


Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma: Law Graduates who have completed the equivalent of Module 1 will be exempt from Module 1.

Any 2 Modules from our Specialist Modules are compulsory to qualify as a Paralegal and get the Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level.


Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies: Suitable for Paralegals and Non-Paralegals who wish to qualify in a Specialist Law Subject.

Any 1 Module from our Specialist Modules is compulsory to qualify for the Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies.


Our courses are suitable for mature professionals with work experience. Legal work experience or legal qualifications are not prerequisites as we cover from Introduction to Advanced Levels.


There is a 2-year time limit to complete Modules.  End-of-Module tests are conducted online through our Live Classroom.


Paralegal courses with OTC-Australia

Paralegal - Module 1

Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level - Modules 1, 2, 3 are compulsory

General Principles of Australian Law

1. Australian Legal System: Federal Courts, States & Territories Courts Structure, Tribunals, Arbitration, Judiciary

2. Contract Law: Elements of a Contract, Termination of a Contract, Legal Obligations, Defective Contracts, Remedies for Breach of Contract

3. Law of Tort: Tort Against Person, Property, Goods, Defences in Tort, Remedies in Tort

4. Criminal Law: Classes of Offences, Trials, Committal proceedings, Criminal Liability

5. Civil Law: Pre-trial procedures, Enforcement of Judgments

There is an end-of-module test for Module 1.


COURSE FEE: AUD $696.30 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $696.30 Instalments: $191.29
Paralegal Conveyancing courses with OTC-Australia

Paralegal - Module 2

Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level - Modules 1, 2, 3 are compulsory

Conveyancing Procedural Law Course

1. Purchasers transaction for an Australian property, Torrens, Strata

2. Sellers transaction for an Australian property Torrens, Strata

3. Taking Instructions from Clients

4. Mortgages

5. Preparing Searches, Contracts, Transfer of Land, Invoices et al

6. Registration of Certificate of Title at Land Titles Office

7. Proofreading Conveyancing legal documents - Leases, Declaration

There is an end-of-module test for Conveyancing


COURSE FEE: AUD $696.30 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $696.30 Instalments: $191.29
Paralegal Litigation courses with OTC-Australia

Paralegal - Module 3

Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level - Modules 1, 2, 3 are compulsory

Litigation Procedural Law Course

Criminal Litigation
1. Australian Criminal Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel, Divided Profession
2. Criminal Law Procedures, Police Arrests, Charges
3. Criminal Law
4. Trial
5. Sentencing Powers of the Courts

Civil Litigation
1. Australian Civil Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Civil Procedures Rules
3. Commencing Civil Court Cases

Matrimonial
1. Preparing Divorce Applications
2. Dealing with Arrangements for Children
3. Proofreading Litigation documents

There is an end-of-module test for Litigation.


COURSE FEE: AUD $696.30 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $696.30 Instalments: $191.29
RE-SIT FEE $55.00

Minimum Estimated Study Time:  8 weeks per module, based on 3 hours study per week

Overall Time Limit:  2 years

Paralegal Diploma - Advanced Level 

Qualify as a Senior Paralegal.
Module 4 is compulsory

Paralegal Skills and Techniques

Paralegal Module 4

Paralegal Diploma, Advanced Level - Module 4 is Compulsory


1. Business Awareness
2. Client Relations
3. Interviewing Techniques
4. Negotiating Skills
5. Professional Conduct
6. Legal Writing
7. Legal Drafting

This module is assignments-based.  There is no end-of-module test.

COURSE FEE: AUD $883.79 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $194.29 x 5 monthly

Full Payment $883.79 Instalments: $194.29 Video Lesson Clip
Course Eligibility

Paralegal Course Eligibility

To be eligible to do our Paralegal Courses, candidates should have completed the Higher School Certificate or equivalent.

Mature students must have relevant office experience and skills.

All students will be tested at the end of each module.

If students are unsuccessful with the first test, they can re-sit for an additional $40.00.

Module 4 is assignment-based. There will be no end of module test.

A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes.

On satisfactory completion the diploma or certificate will be posted to your home or business address.

Minimum Estimated Study Time for Modules: 8 weeks (based on 3 hour study time per week)

Students can be flexible and complete in a shorter or longer time as suits their schedule.
Most Students complete each module within 6 months.

All modules must be completed up to 2 years after registration. 

REGISTER VIDEO LESSON CLIP RE-SIT FEE $55.00


Specialist Modules

Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma: Law Graduates who have completed the equivalent of Module 1 will be exempt from Module  1.

Any 2 Modules are compulsory to qualify as a Paralegal and get the Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level.


Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies: Suitable for Paralegals and Non-Paralegals who wish to qualify in a Specialist Law Subject.

Any 1 Module is compulsory to qualify for the Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies.


End-of-Module Tests are conducted online through our Live Classroom. 

Corporate Law course with OTC-Australia

Corporate Law - Module 5

Certificate Level

Corporate Law

1. Nature of Businesses - Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies

2. Company Formation

3. Advantages and Disadvantages of various types of businesses

4. Responsibilities of Directors/Shareholders

5. Shares, Bonds and Debentures

6. Tax Liability

7. Mergers and Acquisitions

8. Insolvency

9. Proofreading Business related documents


COURSE FEE: AUD $728.45 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $200.13 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $728.45 Instalments: $200.13
Conveyancing Specialist Course with OTC-Australia

Conveyancing - Module 6

Certificate Level

Conveyancing:

1. Purchasers transaction for an Australian property, Torrens, Strata

2. Sellers transaction for an Australian property Torrens, Strata

3. Taking Instructions from Clients

4. Mortgages

5. Preparing Searches, Transfers, Contracts, Invoices

6. Registration of Certificate of Title at Land Titles Office

7. Proofreading Conveyancing legal documents - Lease, Declaration


COURSE FEE: AUD $728.45 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $200.13 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $728.45 Instalments: $200.13
Litigation Specialist course with OTC-Australia

Litigation - Module 7

Certificate Level

Criminal Litigation
1. Australian Criminal Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel, Divided Profession
2. Criminal Law Procedures, Police Arrests, Charges
3. Criminal Law
4. Trial
5. Sentencing Powers of the Courts

Civil Litigation
1. Australian Civil Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Civil Procedures Rules
3. Commencing Civil Court Cases

Matrimonial
1. Preparing Divorce Applications
2. Dealing with Arrangements for Children
3. Proofreading Litigation documents

COURSE FEES: AUD $728.45 (includes 9% discount)

Instalments: AUD $200.13 x 4 monthly

Full Payment: $728.45 Instalments: $200.13
AUSTRALIAN PARALEGALS LEGAL SECRETARY OR PARALEGAL? RE-SIT FEE $55.00

Paralegal Courses online with
OTC-Australia

Our Courses are of National Competency Standards set by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) which sets the standards for education.


In order to be qualified, students must complete a full programme to be able to work as a Paralegal. They can specialise in one or two areas of law.


They are not substitutes for barristers or solicitors so they do not need the same level of qualifications as barristers and solicitors. They must, however, have full knowledge of those areas of law in order to be fully competent to work in Conveyancing, Criminal Litigation, Civil Litigation, Matrimonial, Corporate Law.


Our paralegal courses cover States & Territories:

* New South Wales

* Australia Capital Territory

* Victoria

* Queensland

* Western Australia

* South Australia

* Northern Territory

* Tasmania


To be able to study our Paralegal courses, students must have previous office working experience and be fluent in English Language.

Paralegals are legal assistants who are employed to provide a more cost effective level of service within the legal sector under the supervision of solicitors and barristers. They can undertake one or two specialised areas of law rather than covering an entire law syllabus.


•They do not replace the need for solicitors and barristers.


•Starting salary can range from $40,000 to $60,000 per annum.


•Our courses qualify, in stages, up to Senior Paralegal.


•They are suitable for Legal Clerks, Secretaries, Legal Secretaries, Court Clerks, Translators and those wishing to work within the legal profession


•The number of Paralegals working within the legal profession continues to rise.


On satisfactory completion, they can work under supervision within law firms and other legal departments of the public sector, banking industry, real estate, insurance companies and corporate companies with legal departments.


•There are various levels at which paralegals are employed such as Junior Paralegals, Paralegal Assistants or Senior Paralegals.


•If you are changing careers, you could work either at Junior or Assistant Level depending on your previous work experiences.


Our paralegal training courses cover the Principles of Australian Law with 5 subjects and Procedural Law which includes practical training in completing court applications, property searches, registrations, drafting legal documents, written communications to clients, interviewing skills, negotiating skills, proofreading and much more.


There are 3 stages of qualifications for a Paralegal - Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced.

Intermediate Level qualifies you as a Paralegal. This course covers Introduction to Intermediate Level. Modules 1, 2 and 3 must be completed unless exempt.


Advanced Level qualifies you as a Senior Paralegal. This module can be undertaken by students who have completed Modules 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent.


Law Graduates are not required to complete any further studies to work as Paralegals. Non-law graduates must complete Modules 1, 2 & 3.


If you are working as a Paralegal without qualifications - get qualified!


All tests are conducted online through our Live Classroom.


A Webcam is required for monitoring purposes during tests.


Lessons are delivered by an online Tutor with full students' support.


Course Fees are payable in full or by monthly instalments.

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