Where and when

  • Dates: 15 January - 26 March 2025
  • Time: Wednesdays, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Location: Ruskin College

About the course

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Short courses may be free of charge. Please consult our tuition fee policy for further information.

This course introduces participants to the fundamentals of legal administration. Topics include an overview of the legal system, communication basics, and introductory administrative skills tailored to legal settings. It’s ideal for individuals new to the field or considering a career in legal administration.
 
You must be 19 years of age or older to attend this course.

Topics covered

  • Topics covered

    • Week 1 - Introduction to Legal Administration: Overview of the legal environment and administrative roles.
    • Week 2 - Basic Legal Terminology: Introduction to commonly used legal terms. 
    • Week 3 - Communication Skills for Legal Settings: Basic verbal and written communication techniques.
    • Week 4 - Document Management Basics: Filing systems, record-keeping, and handling legal documents.
    • Week 5 - Workplace Etiquette: Professional behavior in legal offices.
    • Week 6 -Introduction to Confidentiality and Data Protection: Basic principles of maintaining client confidentiality.
    • Week 7 - Time Management Basics: Organising and prioritizing tasks in a legal setting.
    • Week 8 - Introduction to Court and Tribunal Systems: Overview of key courts and tribunals in the legal system.
    • Week 9 - Legal Office Tools and Technology: Familiarisation with basic office software used in legal settings.
    • Week 10 - Preparing for Level 1: Reviewing skills and preparing for further learning.
  • Skills acquired

    By the end of the course, learners will:

    • Understand the basics of legal administration. 

    • Use basic legal terminology correctly. 

    • Communicate effectively in a legal environment. 

    • Manage simple legal documents with accuracy. 

    • Demonstrate workplace etiquette and confidentiality. 

Contact us

Please email tailored.learning@ruskin.ac.uk for further information.