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Core Skills Courses
ILSPA’s Core Skills courses offer an excellent opportunity to develop the essential expertise that serves as the foundation for a successful Legal Secretary career. Designed for aspiring or experienced Legal Secretaries and PAs, each course can be studied individually or part of our Legal Secretaries Diploma.
Through these courses, learners gain a strong understanding of both practical and theoretical aspects of the role. The skills covered include:
General Legal Procedures —Understanding the legal profession and the common procedures that take place in a legal environment
Key Legal Secretary Skills —Developing the essential professional skills needed for success in a legal support role, combining practical competencies with strong interpersonal abilities
The English Legal System —Understanding how English law has developed, how legislation is created, and how law is administered through the court system
AI in Legal Practice — Understanding how artificial intelligence is being used across the legal sector, and how to work alongside these tools effectively, ethically, and with professional confidence
Please click on the subjects to view the syllabuses.
Our Core Skills courses are conveniently available online, allowing you to study at your own pace and from the comfort of your home. Upon enrolment, you will receive access to our exclusive Student and Member Area, which contains all the resources, guidance, and materials you need to succeed.
Whether you are new to the legal field or looking to develop yourself professionally, ILSPA’s Core Skills Courses offer an ideal pathway to enhance your expertise.
Enrolling for an ILSPA course comes with many benefits, including the opportunity to enhance your skills, receive a complimentary year of ILSPA Membership, and access personalised CV support to boost your job prospects. You’ll also enjoy a wealth of career resources and qualify for a TOTUM Student discount card.
Coursework and Assessment
To complete a course, you will be assessed through an achievement test, ensuring that you have mastered the core knowledge and skills required for a Legal Secretary role.
Upon successfully completing our Core Skills courses, Students are awarded a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificate.
This certificate serves as a formal recognition of your proficiency in your chosen subject area and highlights your commitment to advancing your professional skills. It demonstrates to employers, colleagues, and peers that you are dedicated to achieving excellence and maintaining high standards in your profession.
Student Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions below.
Student Terms and Conditions
