This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan and carry out work in a legal context in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the different jurisdictions.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
executive assistant
legal services support officer
paralegal
senior legal secretary.
Subjects
Total number of units = 10
4 core unitsplus
6 elective units
4 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below.
The remaining 2 elective units may be selected from the elective units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. If not listed below 1 elective unit may be selected from either a Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
Core units
BSBCOM501B Identify and interpret compliance requirements
BSBLEG515A Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
Pathways...
Qualification pathways
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
after achieving BSB40110 Certificate lV in Legal Services or other relevant qualifications in addition to competency in BSBITU307A Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy
OR
providing evidence of the completion of all units of competency required for BSB40110 Certificate IV in Legal Services as well as evidence of competency in BSBITU307A Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy
OR
with vocational experience in a range of settings without a formal business qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving BSB50110 Diploma of Legal Services, candidates may undertake a range of advanced diploma qualifications.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
BSB50110 Diploma of Legal Services
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
attending court and presenting information
communicating outcomes to clients in a clear and simple manner
communicating with internal and external clients in formal meetings requiring excellent interviewing, presentation and negotiating skills
creating complex reports from research and analysis of a wide range of information
Teamwork
identifying and utilising team member strengths
mentoring as required
working closely with legal practitioners and others to research, collect, collate and present information
Problem-solving
applying financial skills for costing complex files, invoicing and maintaining trust accounts
interpreting court rulings
using discretion and judgement while working within codes of conduct
working under supervision to resolve issues with clients and responding to changing situations
Initiative and enterprise
being creative and providing innovative solutions to complex issues
responding to new and changing circumstances to ensure accurate and timely advice
Planning and organising
arranging meetings and allocating resources to ensure organisational requirements are met
collecting, collating and analysing information using appropriate workplace systems
planning for contingencies and strategising to meet client needs
preparing detailed documentation
Self-management
keeping paperwork up-to-date and organising information according to organisational and legal requirements
managing own time and priorities and dealing with contingencies
understanding limits of own responsibility
Learning
mentoring others to develop skills and knowledge required in a legal practice
responding positively to learning opportunities and managing own education
Technology
selecting and using:
business technology, such as email, websites, voice mail, audio cassettes, computers and software
online services to communicate, research and report
