In a nutshell
What are the qualifications about?
The Awards will help develop an awareness of, and provide an introduction to, some of the areas of law that an individual may encounter in their everyday lives. The five specialist pathways enable you to focus on areas of particular interest.
Who are they for?
This qualification is ideal for those working in, or interested in working in, a paralegal capacity who need an understanding of a specific area of the law.
Why choose City & Guilds?
A City & Guilds qualification is proof that you have the right skills to do your job well - which is why so many employers look for people who have one. You can be confident your qualification is well respected within your industry.
City & Guilds qualifications are engaging and rewarding, and can lead to a whole range of fulfilling careers - including many of the UK's happiest professions.
Fast facts
| Qual. number: | 7462 |
|---|---|
| Type: | QCF |
| Level: | 3 |
| Size: | Award |
| Purpose: | Preparing for employment or further training |
| Credits: | 7-8 |
| 30-38 | |
| Duration: | Short courses - lengths vary |
| Fundable? | Varies. See the Learning Aims Database |
| Last registration: | 31/12/2014 |
Your questions
... if you're taking these qualifications
- What sorts of things do they cover?
You can choose the qualification that demonstrates the specialist knowledge and skills you have developed such as:
- Consumer Protection
- Principles of Social Housing Law
- Debt Recovery Practice in the Civil Courts
- Principles Equality and Diversity
- The European Legal Environment.
- How will I learn and be assessed?
You will learn in the classroom - usually on a short course.
You will complete assignments for assessment.
- Which level is right for me?
Level 3
You are working or interested in working, in a paralegal role and want an introduction to some of the key areas that arise in day-to-day life. - How long do they take?
Guided learning hours
Guided learning hours are the hours you spend learning with your training provider or on your own. There are between 30 and 38 guided learning hours for this qualification.Usual course length
The qualifications are usually delivered on a short course. - What jobs could they lead to?
The Awards can lead to jobs in local authorities, the court service as well as the private sector.
... if you're delivering these qualifications
- How would we deliver and assess them?
To deliver these qualifications you will need qualified assessors - you can train internal members of staff or recruit specially.
To find all the requirements for assessment and delivery, download the qualification handbook.
- What resources do we need?
You will need:
- Suitably qualified staff to carry out training and assessment
- Suitable facilities to carry out the required training to enable learners to achieve industry standards.
- How can we get approval to offer them?
New to City & Guilds?
First become a centre - then you can apply for qualification approval.Already a centre?
Please download and complete the qualification approval form and send it to your local City & Guilds office. - Are there any learner eligibility requirements?
There are no eligibility requirements.
- Do these qualifications replace any others?
No, these qualifications do not replace any others.
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