Is This for You?
This diploma is an excellent route if you’re looking to gain a Level 2 CILEX Legal Secretary qualification.
Award and Associated Qualifications
Legal Secretary Diploma with CILEX Level 2 Qualification
Legal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
This diploma combines the high quality and professionalism you expect from Pitman Training with specialist course materials from the renowned CILEX (The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives).
Start DateFlexible
Study TypeIn centre
Training TypeDiploma
Duration280 hours flexi study or 11 weeks full-time
About This Diploma
If you would like to work in a legal office as a Legal Secretary, Legal Admin Assistant, or Paralegal, this diploma will give you a well-rounded skillset to enable you to confidently handle the specialised and varied workload of these roles.
In this programme, we cover specialist Legal Secretary subjects, including Working in the Legal Environment, where you’ll learn the legislation, regulations, and procedures that apply in a legal and business environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn a broad range of professional office skills, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Effective Business Communication.
Once you’ve successfully completed your training, you will receive a CILEX / Pitman Training certificate.
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Aims and Objectives
In addition to the essential office skills that you’ll learn with this diploma, you’ll gain knowledge of the workings of a legal office and be able to confidently impress employers with your specialist training.
Courses Included
For the Typaz course you will study Typaz AND Typaz Speed or take the alternative course of Typaz Professional.
In addition to the core courses shown below you’ll also study the following CILEx course:
– Working in the Legal Environment
Microsoft Office
Excel
Microsoft Excel is the world’s most popular spreadsheet program. In Part 1, you will learn how to use the core features of Excel, such as…
CourseMicrosoft Office
Excel Expert
In this course, you will learn advanced-level features of Microsoft Excel, such as macros, PivotTables, PivotCharts, and data analysis tools to help you make data-driven…
CourseLegal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Legal Audio Processing
This course utilises CILEx specialist course materials and looks at six different legal specialisms to gain an understanding of the documentation that needs to be…
CourseLegal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Legal Text Processing
The course utilises CILEx specialist course materials and will introduce you to the various forms of documentation, terminology and processes associated with six different legal…
CourseMicrosoft Office
Microsoft SharePoint
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft SharePoint to store, organise, share, and access information from any device.
CourseEA/PA Courses
Microsoft Teams
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft Teams to set up and start meetings, send messages, collaborate on…
CourseMicrosoft Word Courses
Microsoft Word Expert
In this course, you will learn advanced-level features of Microsoft Word, such as templates, document protection, Track Changes, forms, macros, and more.
CourseMicrosoft Office Courses
Outlook
This flexible study Outlook course takes you through everything you need to use this popular email system as a work tool, from navigation and views…
CourseTouch Typing Courses
Typaz
In just 25 hours speeds of 20-40+ words per minute are perfectly achievable, even if you have little prior experience. Comprising 10 lessons, you’ll also…
CourseMicrosoft Office Courses
Word
Our Microsoft Word course is designed to provide you with the essential skills you will need to be proficient in Word, in a work environment,…
CourseLegal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Working in the Legal Environment
The course utilises CILEx specialist course materials and will develop your knowledge in understanding the different organisational structures, and to be aware of how relevant…
CourseElective Courses
In addition to the core courses, you also choose one additional elective course. Below is a list of recommended courses but there is a wider list available. Please speak to a Course Advisor for full details of how best to tailor this Diploma to your requirements.
Touch Typing Courses
Audio Transcription Level 1
Audio Transcription is a valuable skill, with applications in many industry sectors. This audio typing course will teach you how to operate audio transcribing equipment…
CourseCommunication Courses
Effective Business Communication
This excellent course will raise your game when it comes to business communication skills, which is often top of the list of qualities demanded by…
CourseGeneral Office Skills Courses
Google Docs
Google Docs is the online word-processing application that forms part of Google’s G-suite, which is used by organisations all over the world.
CoursePersonal Development Courses
Health and Safety Essentials
This is a flexible study course, so you’ll have the freedom to study whenever suits you. The interactive e-learning system makes this an extremely accessible…
CourseMicrosoft Office
Microsoft OneDrive
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft OneDrive to organise documents, import files and folders, and share documents…
CourseGeneral Office Skills Courses
Personal Computer Essentials
In this course, you’ll learn the components and basic operation of the personal computer, covering hardware and software components, application software, and file management.
CourseMicrosoft Office Courses
PowerPoint
Our comprehensive PowerPoint training course will help you get to grips with this popular presentation software. Learning with us will teach you how to produce…
CourseShorthand & Speedwriting Courses
SpeedWriting
Our SpeedWriting course is a new way to learn the BakerWrite™ SpeedWriting system in just six hours. It will help you accurately record the spoken…
CoursePersonal Development Courses
Time Management
Time management training increases your productivity and efficiency. This is the ideal course for anyone who wants to get more done in less time.
CourseEA/PA Courses
VA Essentials
If you’re thinking of becoming a Virtual Assistant, our VA Essentials course will help give you a rounded overview of what is involved in running…
CourseGeneral Office Skills Courses
Zoom
This course will show you how to use the essential features of this popular video-conferencing platform to bolster your skillset for today’s business environment.
CoursePre-Requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this diploma.
Finance Options
Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –
Self-Funded:
- Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
- You could opt to pay upfront.
Company Funded:
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
- Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
- Tailored personnel letters
- Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).
Funding & Grants:
There may be the opportunity to apply for funded grants that can help towards the cost of training. These include the Skills Development Scotland ITAs and the ReAct programme in Wales. All schemes will have different terms and conditions that will need to be met in order to qualify for a grant and these are managed by each individual centre.
We’d recommend you speak to a Course Advisor in your local centre to find out whether they are registered to offer any such schemes and discuss your requirements further.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
Career Path
This qualification will enable you to start a rewarding career as a Legal Secretary.
What’s the Difference?
We offer a range of training packages in a range of subject areas and can offer blended learning opportunities to best meet your needs.
Our courses are practical in nature and focus on a single subject and can last anywhere from a few hours to a few days.
Diplomas are designed to give you a complete skillset mapped to a specific career path and contain a number of core and elective courses.
Legal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Legal Audio Processing
This course utilises CILEx specialist course materials and looks at six different legal specialisms to gain an understanding of the documentation that needs to be…
CourseLegal Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Legal Text Processing
The course utilises CILEx specialist course materials and will introduce you to the various forms of documentation, terminology and processes associated with six different legal…
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