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LEGAL SECRETARIAL STUDIES (Course no. 135)
Duration: One year full-time course - FETAC Level 5 Award BBSXX

Aims
Designed to prepare people for employment in legal, commercial and industrial companies, as well as the public service, this course is ideal for students wishing to achieve a high level of proficiency in secretarial and administration skills. There is particular emphasis on work related to the legal profession. A high level of commitment and motivation is essential.

Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate standard including Leaving Certificate Applied. All applicants will be interviewed.

Course Content Includes

Law Communications
Legal Documents Information & Administration
Personal Development Text Production
Word Processing Audio Transcription
Work Experience Presentation Skills

Work Placement
Practical work experience one day per week in Solicitors’ firms/Insurance Companies or Organisations with a Legal Department, is part of the course.

Assessment & Certification
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC).

Future Prospects
This course prepares students to work in Solicitors’ Offices, Legal Departments of Commercial Concerns and Insurance Companies. For those interested in further study in the legal area, this course is an ideal foundation. Students who attain their full FETAC level 5 award will have a opportunity to join the Advance Certificate in Administration Course - FETAC Level 6 at Marino College.

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