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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    A US Bureau of Labor Statistics report states that the employment of legal and paralegal assistants is expected to increase by 12% by 2028. Paralegals play a significant role in professional legal contexts because they provide much-needed help to qualified lawyers. The Paralegal Practitioner online course aims to provide both practical skills and legal knowledge to perform this crucial role.

    According to the Legal Aid South Africa report, In the 2017–2018 fiscal year, there were 426,617 new legal aid issues in South Africa. The Paralegal Practitioner Training helps candidates to obtain a complete grasp of the legal system of South Africa as well as teaches about the South African Constitution, Bill of Rights, and areas of criminal law, private law, and commercial law.

    The Paralegal Practitioner syllabus culminates with many units on writing, legal reading, research, and interviews, which equips candidates with the necessary skills to take over a wide variety of administrative and technical tasks.

    The Highlights

    • Course provider Getsmarter
    • Self-paced learning
    • Split option of payment
    • Projects and assessments
    • Online learning
    • Downloadable resources
    • 7 hours per week
    • Shareable certificate
    • University of Cape Town offering
    • 16 weeks duration

    Programme Offerings

    • Self-paced learning
    • quizzes
    • Case Studies
    • video lectures
    • Offline resources
    • online learning
    • Infographics
    • Live polls.

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    yesUCT Cape Town

    The fees for the Paralegal Practitioner course is : 

    Fee type

    Amount

    Paralegal Practitioner fees

    Rs. 104,197


    Installment Plan :

    1st installmentAmount Due:

    ₹26,050.00 INR

    2nd installmentAmount Due:

    ₹26,049.00 INR

    3rd installmentAmount Due:

    ₹26,049.00 INR

    4th installmentAmount Due:

    ₹26,049.00 INR


    Eligibility Criteria

    Certification Qualifying Details

    All assignments and practices contained in the course must be completed and weekly modules should be completed to qualify for the Paralegal Practitioner certification. The applicant must participate in live polls, questionnaires, case studies, and class events. All online practical examinations should be completed by the candidate because the evaluation is based on the sequence of online practice. All the preconditions mentioned in the course handbook must be fulfilled to qualify for certification.

    What you will learn

    Legal Knowledge

    After completing the Paralegal Practitioner online training from UCT, candidates will learn about the South African legal procedures and laws on a broader scale. Candidates will learn how to do research work and comprehend laws and court documents and also gain knowledge of designing fundamental legal papers as well as composing an administrative memorandum.


    Who it is for

    • Aspiring legal and paralegal assistants who desire to learn the skills needed to contribute successfully in a variety of legal circumstances.
    • Current paralegals who want to grow in their careers and have a thorough understanding of the legal system of South Africa to flourish in legal assistant professions.
    • Legal advisors and individuals working in a business setting or law firm, whose job involves legal procedures and intricacies, and who wish to get acquainted with components of the legal system of South Africa.

    Admission Details

    To get admission in the Paralegal Practitioner tutorial by UCT, follow the below-mentioned steps:

    Step 1. Open the course webpage by following the URL below https://www.getsmarter.com/products/uct-paralegal-practitioner-online-short-course

    Step 2. Locate the ‘Register Now’ button on the official course page, and click to start registration.

    Step 3. Read and agree with the Getsmarter T&C and accept to continue

    Step 4. Create a profile on the provider website by filling in personal details

    Step 5. Fill in the billing address details and sponsor information if any

    Step 6. Pay the fee amount and start the online class

    The Syllabus

    Instructors

    UCT Cape Town Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Do paralegals make good money?

    Paralegals typically earn $50,940 per year, as per the statistics of the Bureau of Labor.

    2: Is paralegal a good career?

    A job as a paralegal, also called a legal assistant, can be a rewarding one, but it has drawbacks too, which range from high levels of stress to lack of respect.

    3: Should I be a paralegal or a lawyer?

    Paralegal training is less expensive and may be finished considerably more quickly.

    4: Do paralegals take the bar exam?

    To join the paralegal sector, no test is necessary, however certain jurisdictions may need a credential.

    5: Which is the best paralegal course available online?

    The Paralegal Practitioner course by UCT is the cheap and best paralegal course available online.

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