Paralegal Studies - Intec College

1 15404A edition 10-07 Intec College (PTY) LTD FET 00037 PA is a member of both the National Association of Distance Education Organisations in South Africa (NADEOSA) and the Association of Private Providers of Education, Training and Development (APPETD).Call a Student Consultant:JOHANNESBURG Tel: 011 712-2555 Fax: 011 712-2521 CAPE TOWN Tel: 021 426-0626 Fax: 021 426-0771 PORT ELIZABETH Tel: 041 373-3771 Fax: 041 373-3688 DURBAN Tel: 031 374-9700 Fax: 031 301-8184 PRETORIA Tel: 012 352-9000 Fax: 012 322-6369go to: or email: the Principal s deskTake your next step now! Follow through on your decision to enhance your life and your future prospects by enrolling in Intec s Paralegal Studies courses today!

2 Why study with us? Quality study material designed specifically for home-study. The freedom to study at YOUR pace, where and when it suits YOU. The widest range of courses for today s world. Free consultations with Intec s career counselling and development specialists. Free study choice advice from Intec s Student Consultants. The convenience of online enrolment, contact and advice. Affordable, easy payment options. Ongoing study support and individual attention from qualified AccreditationINTEC College is committed to meeting legislative requirements regarding accreditation and registration of private education and training providers.

3 We were among the fi rst private education and training providers to receive provisional accreditation from Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and FurtherEducation and Training. Intec College s accreditation number is FET 00037 PA. Our Student Consultants are only a phone call away. They are trained to help you choose the course that s right for you. Call them now, or simply fi ll in the enclosed enrolment form and mail it to Intec you every success in your Studies and your future!Dr. Chris MertsDean of Distance Education DevelopmentERRORS AND OMISSIONS EXCLUDED (E & OE)BUSINESS SCHOOLB uild your future the Intec wayParalegal StudiesEndorsementINTEC S Paralegal Studies courses are based on syllabi drawn up in consultation with the South African Institute of Legal Training (SAILT).

4 Unique in South Africa, the SAILT provides specialised training for legal support staff in professional practices, financial institutions and corporations. The Institute's high standards and quality tuition have led to its acceptance as a leader in the field of legal support staff education. The SAILT offers training sessions for staff members at all levels, from senior management to secretaries and OptionsYou can choose to study towards one of the following: Paralegal Diploma Legal Secretary Diploma Conveyancing Secretary Diploma Commercial Law Diploma OR any of Intec s Paralegal Short Course CertificatesProgramme TypeThe Paralegal Studies Diplomas and Short Course Certificates are Provider Programmes.

5 Entrance RequirementsGrade 12 (Std 10). (If you don t meet the minimum entrance requirements, but you have 3 years relevant work experience, please contact your nearest Intec branch to apply for possible admission to the course.)Course DurationYou should be able to complete these courses within 12 to 24 You are required to submit assignments and write 1 formal examination for each subject. Please contact Intec College for examination you successfully complete your course, you will receive the relevant Intec Paralegal Studies Diploma or Short Course Certificate, endorsed by SAILTB ecome a Paralegal the Intec way. Are you interested in a career in the legal world but unable to spend years studying at university?

6 The answer is to become a Paralegal by studying at home in your own time, at your own is a Paralegal ?Paralegals or legal assistants have a sound basic knowledge of the legal principles relevant to the field in which they work. This means that they can work independently to perform legal tasks. Although they aren't qualified to represent clients, paralegals perform various important legal tasks and administrative duties in the legal office. For example, in an attorney's practice, the Paralegal lightens the attorney's workload by performing routine legal work and OpportunitiesA glance at the job section of your local newspaper will reveal numerous employment opportunities for paralegals.

7 Organisations in both the public and private sectors provincial administration, banks, insurance companies, magistrates, estate agents and civil service departments require the assistance of TypeINTEC offers three types of programmes, namely National Qualifications, Provider Programmes, and Agent Programmes: National Qualifications are credit bearing qualifications registered on the NQF and accredited by a Quality Assurance Body. Provider Programmes are unique to Intec and are designed to increase and enhance your skills and knowledge within your chosen Programmes are programmes and qualifications for which Intec offers tuition, but where Intec does not issue the final certificate (the agent body issues the final certificate).

8 For more information about the types of programmes that Intec offers, please see the Intec General Brochure. Paralegal StudiesParalegal DiplomaLegal Secretary DiplomaThe Paralegal Diploma is ideal for you if you want to pursue a career as a Paralegal , with an emphasis on performing basic legal tasks. It is also suitable if you are already working in a legal environment, but want to improve your legal knowledge and broaden your scope of career opportunities. This course consists of the following subjects: Introduction to South African Law Debt Collecting Criminal Law and Procedure Wills and Estates Property Law and Conveyancing Civil Litigation Legal Offi ce Practice ManagementIf you want to enter the Paralegal profession with a sound combination of basic legal knowledge and secretarial skills, the Legal Secretary Diploma is just the thing for course consists of the following subjects:Select 1 of the following.

9 MS Word 2003 Profi cient MS Excel 2003 Profi cient MS Outlook 2003 Profi cientConveyancing Secretary DiplomaCommercial Law DiplomaIn addition to performing the basic Paralegal duties, a conveyancing secretary specialises in property law and conveyancing. Could this be the Diploma for you?This course consists of the following subjects: Property Law and Conveyancing Computyping Business and Offi ce Administration I Communication Accounting ISelect 1 of the following: MS Word 2003 Profi cient MS Excel 2003 Profi cient MS Outlook 2003 Profi cientWith the Commercial Law Diploma, you will gain knowledge and understanding of the law, its procedures and its social context.

10 You will be equipped to work in the legal environment, either independently or as part of a legal or corporate course consists of the following subjects: Criminal Law and Procedure Civil Litigation Property Law and Conveyancing Debt Collecting Wills and Estates Business Law: Labour Law, Contract Law, Corporate Law (including Company and Tax Law) Introduction to South African Law Criminal Law and Procedure Property Law and Conveyancing Communication Civil Litigation Wills and Estates Business and Offi ce Administration II Legal Offi ce Practice Management Debt Collecting Accounting I ComputypingINTEC's Short Course Certificates in Paralegal Studies are aimed at students who want to gain legal knowledge in individual subjects.