Free Level 2 Law and Legal Work Course in Walsall. Classes run full-time during the day at Blue Coat Church of England Academy. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study the English legal system, criminal law and procedure, police powers, business formation law, and how laws are made. There are no entry requirements, so you can start without any prior qualifications in the subject. The Pearson BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Law and Legal Work gives you grounding in the knowledge and skills the legal sector looks for.
Who this course is for
This subject would appeal to students looking to work in the legal sector.
Entry requirements
No requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore how the English legal system is structured and how it operates.
You'll study criminal law and the procedures used in criminal cases.
You'll learn about police powers and how they are applied.
You'll examine the legal requirements involved in forming a business.
You'll understand how laws are made in the UK.
You'll develop the knowledge employers in the legal sector look for.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Blue Coat Church of England Academy, full-time during the day. The Pearson BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Law and Legal Work is assessed through units covering specific areas of law. Assessment is based on the work you produce for each unit rather than a single end exam. Your tutor will guide you through each topic across the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blue Coat Church of England Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Legal secretary, supporting solicitors with documents and correspondence.
Court administrative officer, handling case paperwork and records.
Law firm receptionist, first point of contact for clients.
Paralegal assistant, carrying out research and drafting under supervision.
Police staff administrator, supporting operational teams with casework.
