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Legal Practice & Procedures

Lifelong Learning
5N1394
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15

Duration

Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.

All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.

Entry Requirements

Is this course for you?
This course will be suitable for you, should you be new to your role or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.

Access to the Programme
Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. The Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Entry Criteria
Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 4 Certificate / Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.

English
As this NFQ level 5 qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Forus Training recommends a minimum English language competency of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for successful completion of this programme. If you are not sure what level of English competency you have, please contact hello@forustraining.ie and a Course Advisor will arrange for you to take an assessment.

IT Skills and Equipment Required
Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. A PC with Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later.

An internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps.

The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari, set to accept cookies and pop-ups.

Adobe Flash and Adobe Reader, to view content.

Word processing software, such as MS Word or Google Docs.
Some courses include video, therefore your computer must be capable of playing video and sound.

* eLearning and tutor support may vary by course, please check each course page for details.

Careers / Further progression

What are my progression routes?
This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Business.

Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.

Course Web Page

Further information

For future start dates please contact the Provider.

€295.

How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.

5N1394 Legal Practice and Procedures.

This classroom-based module helps the learner gain knowledge, skill and competence in legal practice and principles. The learner will appreciate the role of law in a range of vocational contexts.

Through this programme you will discover how to;
Identify the sources Irish law to include an explanation of the features of each source

Assess the role of the Constitution in the Irish legal system

Explain the meaning of common general legal terms to include plaintiff, defendant, injunction, in camera and precedent

Outline the structure of the Irish judicial system to include the hierarchy, jurisdiction and function of courts within the Irish court system

Outline the role and function of personnel within the Irish legal system

Explore the impact of European Law on the Irish legal system

Define the nature of tort to include the recognition between tort and other civil and criminal wrongs

Describe the proceedings in a Court of law

Evaluate relevant documents and legislation relevant to a specific vocational area

Identify the main categories of remedies available to include compensation, injunction, declaration, specific performance and judicial review

Evaluate the impact of European Law on Irish Law

Distinguish between civil and criminal, public and private and procedural and substantive law.

The course 5N1394 Legal Practice and Procedures is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;

Assignment 60%
Examination 40%.

Assignment 60%;
An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time.

Examination 40%;
An examination provides a means of assessing a learner's ability to recall and apply knowledge, skills and understanding within a set period of time and under clearly specified conditions. A theory-based examination assesses the ability to recall, apply and understand specific theory and knowledge.

Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%

5N1394 Legal Practice & Procedures

What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 5N1394 Legal Practice and Procedures.

QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will receive on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award. This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5N1394 Legal Practice and Procedures . This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie

Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15