How to choose

Which NALP Paralegal Qualification is Right For You?

As you look to embark on, or progress, your paralegal career, you will need the right paralegal qualification. This table will help you choose the right, regulated, qualification one for you.

Even though the first 12 month’s membership is included in the fee for your course, it is mandatory for all students to be members of the National Association of Licensed Paralegals while undergoing their studies, so if you do not complete your qualification within 12 months, you must renew your membership.

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Qualification
Description
Enrolment eligibility
Average/Overall study time
Units
Level 3 Certificate for Paralegal Technicians
This qualification will provide you with an excellent foundation of legal knowledge, covering the topics that are most needed as you embark on your chosen profession. The new qualification even maps across to the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship, covering many of the topics required by the new Standard.
Open to anyone over the age of 16 and career changers with a reasonable standard of written English
12 months, with a maximum of 24 months
4 compulsory units
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Level 4 Certificate for Associate Paralegals
Our Level 4 Certificate will strengthen your knowledge of key areas of English Common Law. It will enhance and expand your understanding of the English Legal Systems and how it impacts on the professional environment you work in.
  • NALP Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal Practice
  • Two A’ Levels
  • An A’ Level Law
  • BTEC National Diploma (NVQ/GNVQ Level 3 or above)
  • CILEX Level 3 Qualifications
  • ILSPAs Legal Secretary Diploma
10-14 months/maximum 24 months
4 compulsory units
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Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma
This qualification is designed to bridge the gap between an academic degree and the practical, procedural knowledge and skills necessary to be able to function effectively as a Professional Paralegal Practitioner
  • LL.B, BA LAW
  • CPE/GDL completed within the last 7 years
6-8 months/maximum 24 months
6 compulsory units
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