Legal Services T-level

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Discover the dynamic world of the legal sector with a Legal Services T-Level! This two-year course offers a robust foundation for ambitious learners, equipping you with essential knowledge and skills for an exciting career or further education. You'll gain practical experience through a 315-hour industry placement, develop vital employability skills, and explore our specialized pathway focusing on Crime, Criminal Justice, and Social Welfare. Dive deep into how legal firms operate, master industry-specific language, and develop crucial skills like negotiation, problem-solving, and commercial awareness. Join us to become a confident, resilient, and industry-ready professional.

Embrace the future of legal services today!

What will I study in Legal Services T-level?

Dive into a comprehensive curriculum that gives you a solid understanding of the legal industry, setting you up for your chosen specialization.

Explore exciting topics that will underpin your whole career in the legal profession. Topics include essential legal principles, data and technological innovations, ethics, and project management. Beyond the core content, you'll dive deep into our specializations of Legal Services Assistant in Crime, Criminal Justice, and Social Welfare.

Our engaging lectures will cover essential academic content, while hands-on training will help you develop crucial employability skills. Learn how to research and prepare information, communicate effectively in professional settings, and master skills like writing professional emails, managing meetings, active listening, and presenting to teams. How to communicate with different parties and the methods of communication that are used in a professional working environment include writing professional emails, holding and managing meetings, listening to information and presenting to teams of people.

Throughout the course, we'll help you become a confident, resilient professional, ready to tackle the challenges of the legal world with perseverance and patience.

Entry Requirements

5+ GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, from the core subjects, including Maths and English Language.

Given the academic rigour of this program, we highly recommend having a solid range of GCSE passes to ensure you’re well-prepared for the challenges ahead.

How will I learn?

You will learn in a range of different ways across the course and lecturers will aim to make as much of the course relevant to the industry as possible.

You will have some dynamic and deep learning sessions that may be teacher led but there will be a host of collaborative research, sharing ideas and development sessions.

There will be guest speakers from different legal sectors and trips to go out in the industry.

The 315 hours industry placement will also provide a dual supplementary learning environment where learners can bring their experience back to the classroom to share with others as well as take their classroom knowledge and skill into their placement.

How will I be assessed?

There will be 2 exams for the core content and an exciting employer-set project (ESP) to complete.

There will also be an assessment at the end of the occupational specialism (OSP) that will include a range of controlled tasks.

Alongside this, all learners must complete 315 hours of industry placement to complete the qualification.

Any trips?

Yes, there will be a range of trips to local courts, legal firms, and beyond. Additionally, we’re thrilled to introduce our new 'Mock Trials' experience, giving students the chance to develop their research, teamwork, and advocacy skills in a realistic courtroom setting.

Are there any costs involved?

Examples:

You should expect some small costs for course booklets and stationery
There are costs attached to this course depending on the project you are working on
There will be costs for specific equipment or clothing.
There can be costs attached to trips to the Courts and/or organised visits.

FAQs

What are the career prospects after completing this course?

The T Level in Legal Services is aimed at students who wish to progress into legally centred business administration roles. It prepares you for various entry pathways. These include direct entry into the legal industry via commencing SQE training; entry positions as a paralegal or legal secretary; further education or other specialized university courses.

Did you know?

The Legal sector generated a revenue of over 37 billion pounds in 2020, and that was right in the middle of a period of growth. The UK legal sector is 2nd only to the mammoth American market. Recruitment and retention of staff is high on the agenda for law firms.

How will I learn?

Learning methods include dynamic lectures, hands-on practicals, group projects, and collaborative research. You’ll also hear from guest speakers and participate in industry trips.

What skills will I develop?

You’ll develop key skills such as negotiation, problem-solving, initiative, and commercial awareness. You’ll also learn how to communicate effectively in professional environments, including writing emails, managing meetings, and presenting information.

What support is available during the course and how do I apply?

You’ll have access to academic support from your lecturers, career guidance, and resources to help you succeed in your industry placement.

To apply, visit our website to complete the online application form. Ensure you meet the entry requirements and submit any necessary documents.

Should you have any queries?

Please contact kate.waller@cirencester.ac.uk your course team leader.