Legal Secretary Courses
Legal Secretary Short Course
Boost your career with our Legal Secretary Short Course. Learn key legal admin skills, improve efficiency, and advance in the legal field quickly.
Legal Secretary Certificate
The Legal Secretary Certificate provides comprehensive training in legal administration, document preparation, and professional office procedures.
Legal Secretary Advanced Certificate
Advance your legal career with the Legal Secretary Advanced Certificate. Gain essential skills, boost your expertise, and excel in the legal field.
Legal Secretary Short Online Course
Advance Your Legal Career with the Legal Secretary Online Course. Build Essential Skills and Earn Your Certification—Flexible, Self-Paced, and 100% Online.
Legal Secretary Certificate Online
This flexible, online program is designed to equip you with essential skills in communication, legal practice, office procedures, and mercantile law
Legal Secretary Advanced Certificate Online
This flexible, self-paced program equips you with essential skills to excel in a legal office environment—all from the comfort of your home. You’ll develop strong communication abilities, gain foundational knowledge in legal practice, and master office procedures.
Learn the skills you need to work in a legal office. Our Legal Secretary Courses will teach you how to prepare legal documents, work with legal staff, and manage office tasks. You’ll get the training to feel confident and ready for jobs in the legal world.
Legal Secretary Courses
NOTE: These courses are not accredited. That means they are not recognised by a South African accreditation body. They are skills programmes designed to give you practical knowledge quickly.
Legal Secretary: Short Course
Course Information:
Course Name | Legal Secretary: Short Course |
Examinations | No Exams – Assignments Only |
Programme Type | Skills Programme |
Award Type | Skills Certificate |
Award Issued By | Skills Academy |
Course Duration | 4 Months |
Entry Requirement | None |
Learning Mode | Distance Learning |
Legal Secretary: Certificate Course
Course Information:
Course Name | Legal Secretary: Certificate Course |
Examinations | No Exams – Assignments Only |
Programme Type | Skills Programme |
Award Type | Skills Certificate |
Award Issued By | Skills Academy |
Course Duration | 8 Months |
Entry Requirement | None |
Learning Mode | Distance Learning |
Legal Secretary: Comprehensive Certificate Course
Course Information:
Course Name | Legal Secretary: Comprehensive Certificate Course |
Examinations | No Exams – Assignments Only |
Programme Type | Skills Programme |
Award Type | Skills Certificate |
Award Issued By | Skills Academy |
Course Duration | 12 Months |
Entry Requirement | None |
Learning Mode | Distance Learning |
What Are The Subjects For The Legal Secretary Courses?
Each level has different subjects. They build your skills step by step. You’ll learn how to work in a law office and understand legal work better each time.
Short Course Subjects:
The short course subjects are your first step into the world of legal work. These subjects teach you the basics you need to know to work in a law office. Here are the subjects you will learn below
- Office Practice
- Communication
- Information Processing
- Mercantile Law
Certificate Course Subjects:
Next, the certificate course subjects give you deeper knowledge and help you improve your legal and office skills. These subjects also help you feel more confident when working in a real legal office. Take a look at the subjects listed below:
- Office Practice
- Communication
- Information Processing
- Legal Practice
Comprehensive Certificate Subjects:
At this stage, the comprehensive certificate subjects help you improve your knowledge and learn more detailed legal tasks. These subjects give you the tools you need to succeed in a real job. See the subject list below and find out what’s coming next:
- Office Practice
- Legal Practice
- Information Processing
- Mercantile Law
Every subject has two assignments and two exams. One exam is done at home and one is written at a special exam venue. You must get at least 50% to pass.
What Will I Learn?
You’ll learn how to work in a legal office. These are some of the things you will be able to do:
- Type and format legal documents
- Use legal words correctly
- Organise client files and documents
- Help lawyers with their daily tasks
- Speak and write in a professional way
- Manage office duties
These are the skills that will help you do well in any legal job.
What Are The Career Opportunities?
After your course, you can work in law firms, government offices, or private companies. These are some jobs you can apply for:
These jobs are in demand, and with your qualification, you’ll be ready to apply.
Salary Expectations
You can earn a good salary as a Legal Secretary. Your pay will depend on your experience, where you work, and your role.
- Legal Secretary: R12 196 per month
- Paralegal: R19 000 per month
- Office Manager: R18 014 per month
- Legal Typist: R15 000 per month
- Legal Admin Assistant: R14 024 per month
With time and experience, your salary can grow.
Roles and Responsibilities
Legal Secretaries are important in any law office. They help lawyers with paperwork and keep things organised. Here are some tasks you might do:
- Legal Secretary: They type legal documents, set up meetings, answer phone calls, and file papers. All while maintaining an organised legal office.
- Legal Assistant: Legal Assistants support lawyers by helping them prepare for court cases. They gather information, organise files, and write letters or reports.
- Legal Typist: Legal Typists are in charge of typing up legal documents like letters, contracts, and court papers. They ensure everything is written clearly and has no spelling or grammar mistakes.
- Paralegal: Paralegals do research, write reports, and help lawyers prepare for trials. While they don’t represent clients in court, they do a lot of the behind-the-scenes work to help build a strong case.
- Office Manager: They look after office supplies, help staff with their tasks, and solve problems when things go wrong. They also check that the team follows rules and deadlines.
You’ll become a trusted and helpful part of the legal team.
Skills And Qualifications You Need To Be A Legal Secretary
To do well in this career, you need the right skills. You also need a Matric Certificate to start. Important skills include:
- Good spelling and typing
- Being organised
- Working well with others
- Staying calm in busy times
- Listening and communicating clearly
Good Spelling And Typing
In a legal office, writing and typing are part of your everyday work. You need to spell words correctly and type fast without making mistakes. This shows that you are careful and helps you finish your work quickly and neatly.
Being Organised
When working in a law office, there are many files and tasks to manage. If you are organised, you can find what you need quickly and get things done on time. It also makes your day less stressful and helps the office run smoothly.
Working Well With Others
Legal secretaries work closely with lawyers, clients, and office staff. Being friendly and helpful makes it easier to work as a team. It also creates a happy work space where everyone gets along and does their best.
Staying Calm In Busy Times
Sometimes the office can get very busy, especially before deadlines or court days. It’s important to stay calm and not panic when this happens. Staying calm helps you think clearly and finish your tasks without making mistakes.
Listening And Communicating Clearly
A big part of your job is to listen carefully and speak clearly. You need to understand what others are saying and explain things in a simple way. This helps avoid confusion and makes sure everyone knows what to do.
These skills make you a great team member.
Benefits Of Studying Legal Secretary Courses
Studying Legal Secretary courses is a smart choice if you want to build useful skills and get ready for real jobs in the legal world. There are many reasons to study these courses. For example you will:
- Learn how to work in law offices
- Prepare for a career that has real job opportunities
- Build your confidence and grow your career
- Work toward a better income
Learn Law Office Skills
This course helps you understand what really happens in a law office. You’ll learn how to type letters, keep files in order, and use legal words the right way. By the end of the course, you’ll feel ready to step into a legal office and start helping right away.
Real Job Opportunities
Legal jobs are always needed, and that means more chances for you to find work. This course gives you the training to apply for real jobs and start working in the legal field. It’s a great way to move from studying into a steady job.
Build Your Confidence And Grow Your Career
The more you learn, the more confident you become. This course helps you believe in your skills and feel proud of what you can do. As your confidence grows, you’ll be more likely to do well at work and grow in your career.
Work Toward A Better Income
When you learn useful skills, you can apply for better-paying jobs. This course can help you earn more by teaching you how to be good at your job. Over time, the more experience and skills you have, the more money you can make.
This is a great way to start working in the legal field.
Why Study With Bellview Institute Of Distance Learning?
When you study with Bellview, you get support and quality education from home. Here’s why students choose Bellview:
- Study from home at your own pace
- Friendly tutors to help you
- Get real skills for legal work
- Pay with flexible plans to suit your budget
Study From Home At Your Own Pace
One of the best things about this course is that you can study from the comfort of your own home. You don’t need to travel or sit in a classroom—you choose when and where you study. This means you can plan your day in a way that works best for you.
Friendly Tutors To Help You
If you get stuck or don’t understand something, there’s always someone ready to help. Our tutors are kind and patient, and they want to see you do well. You can ask questions anytime and get the support you need to keep going.
Get Real Skills For Legal Work
This course teaches you the same skills used in real legal jobs. You’ll learn how to type legal papers, use the right terms, and help with office tasks. These skills can help you feel prepared and ready to work in a law office.
Pay With Flexible Plans To Suit Your Budget
Worried about the cost? Don’t stress—there are easy payment plans to help you afford your studies. You can choose an option that fits your budget, so money doesn’t get in the way of your future.
We want to help you reach your study and career goals.
Our Application Process
Ready to begin your legal career? It’s simple to apply:
- Fill in the online application form
- Talk to one of our course experts
- Send a WhatsApp message to 072 799 4195
- Call us on 012 762 7111
We’ll help you get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our courses are budget-friendly. You can ask about payment options from a course expert.
No. These short courses have no entry requirements. You can study the courses as long as you meet the English language requirements.
You will get a Skills Certificate issued by Skills Academy. These certificates show that you have completed legal secretary training.
There are three course levels – Short Course, Certificate, and Comprehensive Certificate. Each level teaches you more and helps you build stronger legal and office skills.
You can work as a Legal Secretary, Typist, Paralegal, or Legal Admin Assistant. These jobs are found in law firms, courts, and legal departments of companies. With more experience, you can also grow into roles like Office Manager or Senior Legal Assistant.
You can earn between R8 730 and R25 700 per month, depending on your experience and job title. Starting salaries may be lower, but they grow over time as you build your skills.
No. These courses are not accredited but are valuable skills programmes that prepare you for real legal jobs.