Kaplan Altior Course Directory

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1 Kaplan Altior 2015 Course Directory The course was informative and gave an understandable and realistic view of the internal workings and external factors impacting on the management of a law firm. Sarah Roberts, Management Course Stage 1 Delegate 2014, Ellis Whittam Limited

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3 Welcome We are a leading provider of skills training and assessment for the legal profession in England and Wales. Our founders, John Loosemore and Rob Parsons, started out back in 1979 as Lawyers Planning Services. They had identified a gap in the market for management and skills training for lawyers; and this has remained our focus ever since. After changing the name to Altior in 2008 we became part of Kaplan; and together with Kaplan Law School and Kaplan QLTS we make up Kaplan s legal education offering in the UK. Based in Cardiff, we offer our programmes nationally and count over 20 of the Top 100 firms among our valued clients. John and Rob put excellent customer service at the heart of what they did and although the business now looks quite different to the one they set up back in 1979, our personal approach stays the same. Feedback Following every course that we run, our delegates are asked to complete a short feedback survey to let us know how they enjoyed it. Between January June 2014, this is what 2219 delegates said: 100% of our delegates said our courses developed their skills. 98% of our delegates said they were happy with the venue choice. 99% of delegates said they enjoyed their learning experience with us. 100% of delegates said we provide a polite, friendly and professional customer service experience. altior@kaplan.co.uk

4 Contents Professional Skills Course 7 Electives and Continuing Professional Development 13 Trainee Litigation Programme 17 Management Course Stage 1 (MC1) 19 Management Course Stage 2 (MC2) 23 Higher Rights of Audience 27 CILEx Advocacy Qualification 33 CILEx Advocacy CPD 37 Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services 39 In House Provision 47 4 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

5 Mission Statement Kaplan helps individuals achieve their educational and career goals. We build futures one success story at a time. This will be achieved by: A continuing commitment to the pursuit of excellence in training and consulting with the aim of bringing the best out of our clients and their employees. Ensuring all the requirements of our clients are met in full to the highest standards. Maintaining and implementing our Core Values. Core Values Integrity. We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standard in everything we do. Knowledge. We offer expert resources to help you achieve your academic and career best. Support. We give you the tools you need to succeed. Opportunity. We open doors and broaden access to education. Results. We re dedicated to helping you achieve your goals we succeed when you succeed. Goals We aim to: Set the standard for academic excellence. Establish a consistently strong business. Provide a great place to work. Set the stage for future growth. altior@kaplan.co.uk

6 Route to Qualification Your Journey Starts Here PSC Professional Skills Course days compulsory training. Must be completed during the 2 years of the training contract. 3 Core Modules: Client Care & Professional Standards, Financial & Business Skills (includes exam) and Advocacy & Communication Skills. Plus 24 hours of Electives, 12 of which need to be face-to-face. With Kaplan Altior, you can choose from a selection of locations and a wide variety of quality and relevant elective courses. Training Contract 2 years with a solicitor or law firm. Or a period of recognised training. TLP Trainee Litigation Programme Our Trainee Litigation Programme is open to all trainees and is designed to expose them to contentious practice skills, ideal for those working in a non-contentious environment. The comprehensive programme builds on the foundation of litigation knowledge gained on the LPC and the Advocacy and Communication skills. Higher Rights of Audience (HRA) This qualification allows you to conduct advocacy in the higher courts. HRA can also be completed as an alternative to electives as part of the PSC. Qualified Solicitor! Management Course Stage 1 & Stage 2 Stage 1 is compulsory in the first 3 full CPD years of being qualified providing insight into management skills. Stage 2 is an optional top-up but compulsory if you eventually want to run your own practice. These courses also count towards CPD hours. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Although the rules are changing in 2016, qualified solicitors must complete 16 hours of training per year. Our range of courses cover a wide variety of specialisms. 6 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

7 Professional Skills Course Professional Skills Course We were the first provider to be accredited by the Law Society to provide the Professional Skills Course in Since then, we have helped thousands of trainees to qualify into the profession. Our programme moves away from a traditional lecture-style approach to training and we focus instead on the course being practical, inclusive and relevant to the trainee. I learnt so many valuable lessons from my course, I was positively encouraged and given constant feedback, which made me feel comfortable and eager to improve. Sara Snook, PSC Delegate 2014, Devonshires Professional Services Ltd.

8 The Solicitors Regulation Authority prescribes three core modules for the course: Client Care and Professional Standards (2 days). Advocacy and Communication Skills (3 days). Financial & Business Skills (3 days including examination). You can pick and mix these across dates and venues throughout your training contract, or they can be studied in a block so that they are completed over 8 days. You will also need to complete 24 hours of electives*. 12 hours have to be attended face-to-face, but the rest can be completed as distance learning work before the course. Most of our electives are one day (6 hour) courses, and have corresponding 6 hour distance learning components. This way, 24 hours of electives don t sound so daunting and are much more achievable. We ve worked hard to keep our course at the forefront of legal training, and to make it the best option for you. Here are just a few reasons why we re proud of our offering: City centre locations. Course dates throughout the year. Expert trainers. Wide range of electives. Great feedback time after time. Customer-focused approach. City version of the course available. Online preparation for FBS exam available. High examination pass rates (99% pass rate on our FBS exam in 2013). Dedicated admin support team. 8 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

9 Kaplan Altior additional features Professional Skills Course Higher Rights of Audience If when you qualify advocacy or litigation will be central to your role, then completing the Higher Rights of Audience training to fulfil the elective requirement could be an attractive option for you. You can complete the training (and take the assessments if you wish) during your training contract and once you are admitted to the Roll, you may obtain the qualification. City/commercial core modules We recognise the importance of delivering the core modules in the context of a trainee s working environment. So we offer specially designed public City/ commercial core modules. These use case studies which are set in the context of the work and everyday practice of a typical major commercial firm. We also explore the wider client skills expected of practitioners at major firms and cover subjects including business development, knowing your client and commercial awareness, how to generate solutions to client problems and understanding and managing client expectations. FBS online preparation module To help you prepare for the FBS exam, we offer a self-paced online preparation module. The module takes you through multiple choice exercises and case study exam questions, with tips and guidance on exam technique. Costs Description Core Modules only Core Modules & Electives Electives only Individual Core Module Price: Client Care & Professional Standards Individual Core Module Price: Financial & Business Skills Individual Core Module Price: Advocacy & Communication Skills Core Modules with Written & Practical Higher Rights Training Core Modules with Written & Practical Higher Rights Training and Assessment Financial & Business Skills Online Exam Preparation Module. All prices are exclusive of VAT. altior@kaplan.co.uk

10 Venues and Dates 2015 Venue Client Care Professional Standards Financial & Business Skills Advocacy & Communication Skills Birmingham 27 January 28 January 29 & 30 January & 2 February 3, 4 & 5 February Birmingham 17 March 18 March 19, 20 & 23 March 24, 25, 26 March Birmingham 28 April 29 April 7, 8 & 11 May 19, 20 & 21 May Birmingham 2, 3 & 6 July 23, 24 & 25 June Birmingham 22 September 23 September Birmingham 3 November 4 November 24, 25 & 28 September 5, 6 & 9 November 29 & 30 September & 1 October 24, 25 & 26 November Bournemouth 22 September Spring 2016 TBC 8, 9, 12 October 3, 4, 5 November Cambridge 6 October 7 October 8, 9 & 12 October Cardiff 20 January 21 January 5, 6 & 9 February 13, 14 & 15 October 10, 11 & 12 February Cardiff 28 April 29 April 7, 8 & 11 May 12, 13, 14 May Cardiff 9 June 10 June 25, 26 & 29 June 14, 15 & 16 July Cardiff 18 August 19 August 6, 7 & 10 August 8, 9 & 10 September Cardiff 10 November 11 November 19, 20 & 23 November 1, 2 & 3 December Leeds 2 June 3 June 26, 27 & 30 March 17, 18, 19 November Leicester 21 July 22 July 23, 24 & 27 July 28, 29 & 30 July Liverpool 27 October 28 October 29 & 30 October & 2 November 3, 4 & 5 November London 6 January 7 January 8, 9 & 12 January 13, 14 & 15 January London 10 February 11 February London 10 March 11 March 12, 13 & 16 February 12, 13 & 16 March 17, 18 & 19 February 17, 18, 19 March London 21 April (CITY) 15 April 16, 17 & 20 April 21, 22 & 23 April 10 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

11 Venue Client Care Professional Standards Financial & Business Skills Advocacy & Communication Skills London 9 June 13 May 14, 15 & 18 May 16, 17 & 18 June London 14 July 10 June 11, 12 & 15 June 21, 22 & 23 July London 11 August 15 July 16, 17 & 20 July 18, 19 & 20 August London London 15 September (CITY) 22 September 12 August 16 September (CITY) London 20 October 23 September London 24 November 21 October London 25 November Manchester 13 January 14 January Manchester 24 February 25 February 13, 14 & 17 August 17, 18 & 21 September (CITY) 24, 25 & 28 September 22, 23 & 26 October 26, 27 & 30 November 15, 16 & 19 January 26 & 27 February & 2 March 22, 23 & 24 September (CITY) 29 & 30 September & 1 October 27, 28 & 29 October 8, 9 & 10 December 20, 21 & 22 January 3, 4, 5 March Manchester 14 April 15 April 16, 17 & 20 April 21, 22, 23 April Manchester 12 May 13 May 4, 5 & 8 June 23, 24 & 25 June Manchester 28 July 29 July 16, 17 & 20 July 4, 5 & 6 August Manchester 15 September 16 September 17, 18 & 21 September 6, 7 & 8 October Manchester 24 November 25 November 26, 27 & 30 November 1, 2 & 3 December Nottingham 7 April 8 April 11, 12, 15 June 14, 15, 16 July Swansea 22 September 23 September 24, 25 & 28 September 29 & 30 September & 1 October Professional Skills Course altior@kaplan.co.uk

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13 Electives as part of the SRA Professional Skills Course Electives Most trainees need to complete 24 hours of electives, of which 12 hours have to be face-to-face training. Some of our electives, although designed for trainees, are also suitable for recently qualified solicitors who are looking to develop personal skills in specific areas and carry CPD hours. Continuing Professional Development This section also contains our Continuing Professional Development courses. Although the rules will be changing in 2016, qualified solicitors still require 16 hours of CPD each year. Our CPD courses are designed to enhance already existing skills and introduce new skills that you may not already possess. I found the trainer to be very good and it made for an interesting and enjoyable day. I feel a lot more confident in seeing my employment clients now. Anna Story, Employment Law Delegate 2014, Denby & Co Solicitors Ltd.

14 Electives Unless otherwise stated, each course is 6 hours of face-to-face training and 6 hours of distance learning. Criminal Criminal Law: Practice and Skills 2014 Representing Young Offenders How to Conduct a Trial in the Magistrates Court Private Client Family Law: Practice and Skills 2014 Will Drafting Skills Representing Children and Families in the Family Proceedings Court Financial Orders Following Divorce and Judicial Separation Probate and Estate Administration Immigration and Asylum: Essential Skills Residential Conveyancing Skills IP Intellectual Property: Essential Skills Corporate Understanding Company Accounts Corporate Insolvency Global Capital Markets Understanding the City Employment How to Conduct an Unfair Dismissal Case Employment Contract Drafting Skills Employment Law: Practice and Skills 2014 Civil Litigation Civil Litigation: Practice and Skills 2014 Litigation Drafting Skills Personal Injury Claims: Essential Skills Mediation: Essential Skills 14 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

15 Electives Commercial Commercial Contract Drafting Skills Drafting Share Sale and Purchase Agreements Commercial Property: Essential Skills Execution of Documents 3 hours Electives suitable as Continuing Professional Development Please note that although these courses have been designed as electives for trainee solicitors, they are also suitable for recently qualified solicitors who are looking to develop personal skills in specific areas and carry CPD hours. Those courses shown as am or pm are 3 hours face-to-face tuition and 3 hours distance learning. Personal and Professional Development Effective Client Relationship Management (pm course) Negotiation Skills for Lawyers Time and Stress Management for Lawyers Commercial Awareness (am course) Handing Difficult People (am course) Building Rapport with Clients (pm course) Effective Client Interviewing (am course) Business Writing Skills (pm course) Business Development and Networking Skills Presenting with Impact Civil Litigation Advanced Draft Pleadings Case Management Strategies Cross Examination Techniques Interim Applications altior@kaplan.co.uk

16 Continuing Professional Development Our current portfolio contains the following courses: Commercial Boosting Your Margins Commercial Awareness and Business Acumen for Solicitors Personal and Professional Development Maximising Your Team s Performance Media Training Stepping up to Leadership Coaching and Mentoring Skills for Lawyers Advanced Negotiation Skills Train the Trainer Compliance Anti-Money Laundering Update SRA Accounts Rules 2011 Costs Description Per delegate, per course. All prices are exclusive of VAT. CPD Hours 3 CPD hours. For a full list of dates available for the Elective and Continuing Professional Development courses, please visit 16 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

17 Trainee Litigation Programme Trainee Litigation Programme Our Trainee Litigation Programme is open to all trainee solicitors and is designed to expose trainees to the contentious practice skills of the training contract. It is also suitable for those seeking litigation experience for in-house legal departments. The comprehensive programme builds on the foundation of litigation knowledge gained on the LPC and the Advocacy and Communication Skills module of the PSC.

18 The Programme The course is designed to replicate the kind of experience which a trainee from a commercial firm will typically face when working on a contentious matter: The tuition element is based around a commercial case study on which you will work throughout the programme. Alongside your tuition you will also run several realistic case studies based on actual cases. You will take instructions from a professional role player as the client and deal with the issues and legal problems that are raised. You will be expected to make decisions and deal with the case as if you were the litigator in the case, receiving expert advice and feedback throughout. There will be an opportunity to undertake court visits to observe experienced practitioners at work. Drawing on Kaplan Altior s expertise as a leading provider of advocacy and litigation skills training, the programme will be led by our experienced team of trainers, all of whom have extensive contentious and advocacy experience. Costs Description Per delegate. For five delegates or more, please enquire for a group price. All prices are exclusive of VAT. Venue London London London London Date January March 29 June 3 July November 18 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

19 Management Course Stage 1 (MC1) The legal services market is undergoing huge change. Competition is intensifying; new business models are emerging; and clients needs are rapidly changing. To successfully navigate these changes, junior lawyers must become more businesslike and commercial in the way they operate. Effective management is a key part of this: management of clients, people, finances and the services we provide. Management Course Stage 1 A very interactive course, it was interesting to hear how other firms are being run from other delegates. The course really made me think about myself, my own firm and how to assess our strengths and weaknesses. Emma Cregan, MC1 Delegate 2014, Stevensdrake Solicitors.

20 This programme provides an essential insight into key management areas. It will also help improve your awareness, and understanding, of the key business drivers within legal practice. Overall, it will help you make a more valuable contribution to the organisation you work for, be it a traditional law firm, ABS, or in-house legal department in the private or public sector. Attendance will also satisfy the SRA requirement that all solicitors must take this programme before the end of their third CPD year after admission. Who should attend? Solicitors within their first 3 full CPD years post qualification. In-house solicitors. Those interested in law firm management. Members and Fellows of ILEX. Paralegals following a management pathway at their firm. Our approach and format We supply a comprehensive manual which details the core management principles, concepts and themes, and how they apply to legal practice. The session itself is extremely practical; we pride ourselves on offering a learner-centric, supportive and enjoyable learning experience, using a mix of case studies, group exercises and discussion points to put the ideas into context. Our trainers have a wealth of hands-on management experience, either as partners in private practice, heads of in-house legal departments or managers in law firm support departments. This experience enables them to bring the material to life, explain its application in practice and offer insights into what it takes to be an effective law firm manager. 20 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

21 MC1 programme topics Within the framework of SRA-prescribed topics, our programme covers the following areas: The changing face of legal services what exactly is happening in the market and why? How are the changes going to affect me and my firm? What should I be doing about it? Understanding what clients really want from lawyers & early steps in business development. How to build effective relationships with support staff; and how to become a valued team member in the eyes of senior colleagues. Techniques for the emerging skill of matter & transaction management. What junior lawyers need to know about law firm finances, and how you can make a positive financial contribution to the business. You and your career thoughts and ideas for your career and development plan. Managements Course Stage 1 (MC1) Benefits and outcomes By the end of the programme, you will have achieved the following outcomes: Satisfaction of SRA requirements to complete this programme by the end of your 3rd CPD year. A good grounding in key management principles, and their application to legal practice. Improved commercial & financial awareness in both a legal practice, and general, context. A better grasp of the changes taking place in the legal services market, and how you, and your firm, can prepare for them. An enhanced insight into clients needs and effective matter management, as well as some ideas for the foundations you can put in place now for developing business in the future. An appreciation of how to build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels. Improved knowledge of how you can contribute to the firm s financial health, and the benefits this will have for your career. Some ideas and a framework for your future career and development plans. altior@kaplan.co.uk

22 Costs Description Per delegate For past Kaplan Altior PSC or QLTT delegates. All prices are exclusive of VAT. CPD Hours 7 hours. Venues and Dates 2015 Venue Date Venue Date Birmingham 19 February London 17 June Birmingham 23 June London 14 July Birmingham 09 October London 14 August Bristol 23 October London 08 September Cardiff 13 March London 14 October Cardiff 06 October London 13 November Leeds 09 September London 02 December Liverpool 01 September Manchester 27 January London 13 January Manchester 23 March London London London 13 February 20 March 23 April Manchester Manchester Manchester 05 June 02 September 30 October London 19 May 22 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

23 Management Course Stage 2 (MC2) If you have mapped a course for your legal career, you will be aware of the importance of sound management skills. Building on the foundation of Management Course Stage 1, this programme looks to push your management skills even further. The trainer took the time to find out what we all wanted to gain from the course and focused the training accordingly. Claire Page, Management Course Stage 2 Delegate 2014, Gilroy Steel Solicitors. Management Course Stage 2

24 The course is designed for anyone who is looking for a more advanced programme of management training for law firms, but it has been designed primarily to build on the compulsory stage 1 programme and provide delegates and their firms with further support in achieving the Outcomes in Chapter 7 of the Code. In today s competitive legal market, the firms that prosper will have professionally trained managers who can balance the conflicting demands of finance, operations, clients and staff. Our hands on and pragmatic programme, coupled with a unique format especially designed for busy practitioners, will enable delegates to make an immediate impact on their firm, whilst minimising time away from the office. Key Benefits Specially condensed timetable (10am 4pm) designed for busy practitioners. Improve your understanding of organisational structure what works best where? Become conversant with Profit & Loss Accounts and Balance Sheets. Understand how to develop a balanced scorecard of objectives. Know how to overcome resistance to necessary changes. Explore how to evaluate client care to direct business improvement. Recognise your team player skills and what makes for a good team. How to avoid making people redundant and how to manage the process professionally. Recognise how you manage conflict and strategies to deal with it. Strategies to develop the talent of your people. Optional one hour pre-work exercise on conflict and people management. Programme includes: Managing Finance Management structures. Getting agreements to budget. A case study reviewing financial information. Achieving a balanced scorecard of objectives. Driving change successfully. 24 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

25 Managing Client Relationships Maintaining supplies. Evaluating Client Care a case study. Team player skills achieving the balance. Managements Course Stage 2 (MC2) Managing People How to manage redundancy a guide for employers. Coaching and mentoring understanding best practice. Managing conflict in the firm. How to develop the talents of your people a case-study approach. Costs Description Per delegate Per delegate for past Kaplan Altior MC1 delegates. All prices are exclusive of VAT. CPD Hours 5 CPD hours. Delegates have the option of carrying out a one hour pre-course exercise if they wish to obtain a total of 6 CPD hours. Venues and Dates 2015 Venue Date Venue Date Birmingham 15 July London 07 October Cardiff 1 October London 03 December London 19 February Manchester 22 April London 10 June Manchester 22 October London 10 September altior@kaplan.co.uk

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27 Higher Rights of Audience Kaplan Altior has been granted accreditation by the SRA to deliver assessments under the Higher Rights of Audience Regulations Our assessments and training are delivered by our team of highly experienced trainers who are all practising Higher Court Advocates. I found the volume of materials to be helpful and the course was very well structured. Our tutor led the course well and I found him to be very inspirational. Ross Price, Higher Rights Written Training Delegate 2014, LLM Solicitors Ltd. Higher Rights of Audience

28 What are Higher Rights of Audience? Higher Rights of Audience are extended rights of advocacy for solicitors, enabling them to conduct trials in the higher Criminal and Civil courts, usually the Crown Court and High Court. When you obtain the qualification, you can call yourself a Solicitor- Advocate. To gain Higher Rights, you must pass an SRA-validated assessment in advocacy. Although the scheme is intended for solicitors, trainees can also take the assessment during their training contract (and satisfy the elective requirement of the PSC through the associated training if they wish). They have to wait until they qualify before they can apply to call themselves a Solicitor Advocate. Why do Higher Rights? The benefits of becoming a Higher Court advocate are various: Enhance your professional standing and reputation. Enable you and your firm to handle all aspects of litigation work on behalf of clients. Give the firm you work for a competitive edge. Become a valued member of your firm. Although the qualification is designed to equip candidates for work in the Higher Courts, the skills and experience you will obtain will help you conduct more effective advocacy in all courts. Aspects of the programme will also enhance your knowledge of evidence and ethics which will help you develop wider litigation expertise. 28 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

29 How is the assessment structured? The single assessment comprises of two elements; a written examination and a practical advocacy assessment. Higher Rights of Audience Written Element This part consists of a 2½ hour examination with an additional 30 minutes of reading time. The paper contains a section of short answer questions based on case studies and a section of multiple choice questions. You are able to take permitted materials into the examination (please see candidates handbook for further details). Practical Element This element is split into two parts and lasts for approximately 50 minutes. The first part requires candidates to submit a skeleton argument and conduct a contested interim hearing. The second part revolves around a mini mock trial and requires candidates to submit a trial plan and be assessed in two or more of the following areas: Opening Speech. Examination in Chief. Cross examination. Re-examination. Closing Speech. Candidates will receive the case papers for the assessment approximately two weeks before the assessment date. This allows you about a fortnight to prepare your skeleton argument (for the interim hearing) and your trial plan (for the mini mock-trial). altior@kaplan.co.uk

30 Pass Marks The written and practical parts of the Assessment each account for 50% of the total available marks. Candidates must achieve a minimum of 60% across both parts (an aggregate mark) to pass the Advocacy Assessment. Candidates will also be required to satisfy the Equality and Diversity and Ethics Standards throughout the assessment. Because the two elements of the assessment comprise one assessment, candidates will only be notified of their final aggregate mark. Why choose Kaplan Altior s Higher Rights programme? We have been delivering SRA accredited Higher Rights of Audience training and assessment (civil and criminal) for many years. All of our training programmes are written and delivered by very experienced trainers who are also current Higher Court advocates and practitioners. Their training will not only prepare you for the assessment, but will also stand you in good stead for your first day in court using your new qualification. Our programmes receive consistently excellent feedback. We devote more time to training and preparing you for the practical assessment to give you the best possible chance of passing the assessment at the first attempt. Our first-class administration team will smoothly guide you through the process, allowing you to focus all of your efforts and attention on the assessment itself. Modules Module Name Written Assessment Practical Assessment Written Training Practical Training Module Description 2.5 hour open book exam with an additional 30 minutes of reading time. Split into 2 parts a contested hearing and a mini mock trial. 1 day preparation for the written assessment. 3 day opportunity to practise advocacy skills in a safe environment with expert trainers. 30 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

31 Costs Description Higher Rights of Audience Per delegate Assessment only Per delegate Assessment & Written Training only Per delegate Assessment & Practical Training only Per delegate Assessment & Written and Practical Training Per delegate Written Training only Per delegate Practical Training only Per delegate PSC Core Modules & Written and Practical Training All prices are exclusive of VAT. Per delegate PSC Core Modules & Written and Practical Training & Assessment. CPD Hours Written training programme 6 CPD hours. Practical training programme up to 18 CPD hours. After Higher Rights of Audience... Once you have been awarded higher rights of audience, you will need to complete 5 hours of advocacy-related CPD in each of the 5 years after your award. We have a range of advocacy CPD courses available including: Advanced Advocacy: Interim Applications and Trial (Civil). Expert Evidence (Criminal). Skeletons and Preliminary Applications (Criminal). To view available dates for this course and dates of advocacy related CPD, please visit altior@kaplan.co.uk

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33 CILEx Advocacy Qualification This is the CILEx advocacy skills training course under the CILEx Advocacy Qualification Scheme. Fellows and Members of CILEx must attend and successfully complete the course in the relevant practice area if they wish to obtain extended rights of audience in either family, criminal or civil proceedings. CILEx Advocacy Qualification

34 Who can attend this course? If you are a Member of CILEx, you can attend the course and take the assessments, but you can only be granted an Advocacy Certificate once you have been admitted as a Fellow. Fellows of CILEx. Members of CILEx (i.e. those who have completed the CILEx Professional Qualification). Before you can attend the course, you must first obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from CILEx. What are the benefits? There are many benefits to completing the CILEx Advocacy Programme. Once you have successfully passed, you will receive an Advocacy Certificate and the right to use the title Legal Executive Advocate. You will have extended rights of audience in your chosen practice area, including: Family: to appear in court in all County Court family proceedings. Criminal: to appear in the adult Magistrates Court and the Youth Court. Civil: to appear in the County Court in all actions except family proceedings. The course is led by advocacy experienced trainers, and its intensive and interactive approach means you will improve your advocacy and case preparation skills, giving you greater self-confidence in your own advocacy ability. The scheme is a career-enhancing qualification which will set you apart from other Fellows and open up new work opportunities; something which will be particularly important under the new Legal Services Act regime. Programme includes Each course is intended to assist delegates to develop the range of skills and knowledge required to pass the assessments and become a successful advocate in their practice area. 34 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

35 You will choose to specialise in one of the following: Family Proceedings Criminal Proceedings Civil Proceeding CILEx Advocacy Qualification The family, criminal and civil courses will each include materials and training relevant only to the specialist area of work, but they are all likely to cover some common topics including: Interviewing skills Oral presentations Case analysis Interim applications/ submissions Drafting Trial advocacy Negotiation Evidence and procedure Professional ethics Format The training courses run over six days. There is a short written evidence assessment around half way through the course and on the final day, you will undertake an advocacy assessment based on clear criteria that will be explained to you during the course. Groups are strictly limited in size to ensure the training remains interactive and each delegate receives adequate feedback and assistance from the trainer. You will follow practical case studies, learn in trainer-guided sessions and take part in role-play exercises to ensure you have every chance to develop your advocacy skills and associated knowledge in your chosen subject before the assessments. You will be provided with relevant course materials. Costs Description Per delegate. All prices are exclusive of VAT. CPD Hours 36 CPD hours may be claimed by CILEX Fellows or Members. Legal Executive Advocates will be required to undertake at least 5 CPD hours in advocacy skills training each calendar year. To view available dates for this course, please visit altior@kaplan.co.uk

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37 CILEx Advocacy CPD These two programmes are a tailored solution to the CILEx ongoing advocacy CPD requirement. They have been designed specifically to satisfy the 5 hour CILEx advocacy CPD requirement, and if combined with the pre and post coursework, will satisfy the whole 8 hour specialist CPD requirement. Kaplan Altior is currently the sole provider of the CILEx Advocacy Qualification Courses, and these programmes build on the advocacy skills and knowledge acquired on that programme. CILEx Advocacy CPD

38 CILEx Advocacy CPD Family This one day course is split into two parts. During the morning session you will look at family advocacy in case management. During the afternoon you will explore specific family advocacy skills. Given the nature of the subject, the content varies slightly from one session to the next. Programme includes Commencement and Transfer Directions. Hearings. Private Children Law Cases. Public Law Protocol Care Cases. How to advocate in Non Molestation / Occupation orders. CILEx Advocacy CPD Criminal This course is split into a morning and an afternoon session. During the morning session you will look at advocacy in case management. During the afternoon you will explore specific advocacy skills. Given the nature of the subject, the content varies slightly from one session to the next. Programme includes Case analysis. Case Management Issues. Case Management Forms. How to advocate in an Interim hearing (bad character). Costs Description Per delegate, per course. All prices are exclusive of VAT. CPD Hours 5 CPD hours for CILEX advocacy CPD requirement. Additional 3 hours available. 38 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

39 Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services Apprenticeships have recently been introduced into the legal sector, both in line with wider government plans in this area, and as a means of keeping pace with changes in recruitment needs in a very dynamic sector. They offer an alternative entry point into the sector and it is intended that they will eventually provide a complete route to qualification as a lawyer. The apprenticeship has taught me a lot more about law in general, legal research and client care. It s been fantastic to learn lots of new skills, it s been pivotal to my personal development. Amanda James, Apprentice at Cordner Lewis Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services

40 An exciting new undergraduate level Apprenticeship for people who want to work in law or are already working in a legal environment and want to progress. What are Legal Apprenticeships? Apprenticeships have recently been introduced into the legal sector, both in line with government plans and as a means of keeping up with a very dynamic sector. They currently offer an alternative entry point into the sector and it is intended that they will eventually provide a complete route to qualification as a solicitor. An Apprenticeship is a real job with training so you can earn while you learn and pick up recognised qualifications as you go. They take between one and four years to complete and cover many different job roles. 40 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

41 The Higher Apprenticeship in Legal Services (HALS) HALS is a Level 4 Qualification, which means it s the equivalent to the first year of a degree. Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Legal Administration. Employers usually take on school leavers as legal administrators. Equivalent to a GCSE. Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Legal Services. A non- graduate route into a career as a paralegal. Equivalent to an A Level. Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in Legal Services. For people who already work in the legal environment. Equivalent to a first year of a degree. Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services The Level 4 scheme provides a structured system of training and a recognised qualification for individuals working in legal departments, usually as case workers, claims handlers or paralegals. It takes around 2 years to complete. This legal apprenticeship is made up of three elements: 1. A knowledge-based technical qualification to teach learners the underpinning legal knowledge required, as well as the expertise required for their area of practice. There is a choice of three specialist pathways: Commercial Litigation This refers to the disputes arising in matters of business such as corporate governance, banking transactions, mergers and acquisitions. The dispute usually involves money or property. Debt Recovery and Insolvency This is about the recovery of monies owed to a particular party. Where individuals or organisations cannot pay for their debts, they are classed as being insolvent. Personal Injury This is a legal term for an injury to the body, mind or emotions. 2. A competence-based qualification to ensure that learners understand their role and can carry out all aspects of their job to at least the level required by the nationally recognised standards of the qualification. 3. Essential Skills Wales Communication, Application of Number and ICT all need to be completed in the workplace through a combination of training and assessment. altior@kaplan.co.uk

42 Who are the HALS suitable for? If you re bright, committed and wish to pursue a career in the legal sector, then an apprenticeship could be for you. The framework is open to: Apprentices who have already completed levels 2 and 3. People currently working in the legal sector who do not already have a law degree or the GDL. A level school leavers or those changing careers who want to work in the sector but do not wish to go to university and complete a postgraduate qualification. These aren t mandatory requirements, but you ll be expected to have good GCSEs and A Levels with some experience of working in the sector considered an advantage, but not essential. 42 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

43 The 7 Steps to Achieving your HALS: Step 1. Initial Assessment (IA) Your IA will involve testing in literacy, numeracy, Information Communication Technology (ICT) and learning styles. Some of this testing will be conducted online and some will be conducted offline. Step 2. Induction This will take place in a group with other apprentices or on a one- to- one basis. It will help you to understand what the scheme involves and what is expected of you and your employer. Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services Step 3. Individual Learning Plan After your induction, you, your training provider and your employer will agree your Individual Learning Plan. Each plan is specific to the learner. Step 4. Vocational and Knowledge Certificates These are completed via a combination of on and off the job training and assessments. The on the job element includes producing work completed on a day- to- day basis and the off the job element involves workshop sessions and home learning as a precursor to formal written assessments. Step 5. Essential Skills Wales (ESW) This is a suite of three different skills qualifications considered essential for all Welsh employees and include: Communication, Application of Number and ICT. They are completed in the workplace through a combination of on and off the job training and assessment. Step 6. Employees Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) This element will help you understand your rights and responsibilities in the areas of Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety. Step 7. Completion Once you have completed all required modules and your evidence has been externally assessed and quality assured, you will be presented with your qualification certificate. How is the training delivered? Assessors agree an individual timetable with each apprentice at the outset, comprising both the knowledge and competence elements, and visit the learner s premises regularly to check on progress against the timetable, and to assess the learner s portfolio of work-related evidence. altior@kaplan.co.uk

44 The Benefits for the Apprentice It can be concerning when you consider the high levels of student debt and the level of competition for graduate jobs. A legal apprenticeship could be an opportunity to get ahead of the game and earn a salary whilst you gain the knowledge and skills to build a successful career in law. The key benefits to the Apprentice are: 1. Earn a salary while you learn. 2. Get paid for holidays. 3. Receive training. 4. Enhance your job specific skills. 5. Gain qualifications. 6. You can apply for an Apprenticeship NUS card giving you a range of discounts at online and high street retailers, restaurants and bars while you re learning. 7. Research shows around a third of former apprentices receive a promotion within a year of completing their apprenticeship.* *Evaluation of Apprenticeship for Learners, BIS, May The Benefits for the Employer Apprenticeships are a cost-effective, high quality way to attract and retain talent within your business. The key benefits to the employer are: 1. Cost effective If you recruit an apprentice, you are able to apply for Government funding towards the cost of the training. The amount you will receive is dependent on the age of the apprentice but it could be between %. Support with recruitment is also free and if your firm has not enrolled an apprentice in the last year you may also be eligible for a grant of 1,500. Funding support for training is also available for many existing non law graduate staff, making apprenticeships a very cost-effective part of your staff development strategy. 2. Low risk Apprentices are monitored throughout their training so you can keep track of how they are progressing. In addition, because an apprenticeship is about competence you know that, on completion, your apprentice not only has the requisite knowledge but is also effectively putting it into practice. 3. Once qualified, apprentices give you an additional source of talent as opportunities arise in more senior positions. It also means you can develop existing staff within your business. 44 Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

45 4. Research carried out by the National Apprenticeship Service has shown that over 80% of people are more likely to use a business if it offers apprenticeships to young people and modern workforces need to reflect the customers and communities they serve. 5. Offering apprenticeships is a way to build links with local schools and the wider community and demonstrates your firm s corporate and social responsibility. Higher Apprenticeships in Legal Services What happens after the HALS? HALS could be the start of your legal career. Successfully completing the qualification could be an end in itself, allowing you to continue working in the same role with your employer, albeit with an enhanced level of skills and knowledge. For higher apprentices wishing to progress further there are a number of options: a) CILEx professional qualifications (higher apprentices are exempt from some units) to become a Chartered Legal Executive (a period of qualifying employment is also required). b) A qualifying law degree (either part or full-time). c) After (a) or (b), the Legal Practice Course (LPC). d) Chartered Legal Executives who have completed the LPC do not have to complete a training contract in order to become a solicitor. Other LPC graduates normally have to complete a two year training contract. e) Note that Skills for Justice are currently developing Higher levels 6 and 7 of the Apprenticeships scheme which will be the direct equivalents of the Law Degree and the Legal Practice Course. With further training and assessment (currently under development), you could eventually qualify into professional roles including: Licensed conveyancer Notary Chartered legal executive Solicitor Barrister Costs Lawyer Patent attorney Trade mark attorney altior@kaplan.co.uk

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47 In House Provision Kaplan Altior offers an extensive range of in house training which, given a sufficient number of delegates, may provide a cost effective solution to your training needs. By putting us into roles we felt invested in the mock trial and this helped to reinforce the lessons learned. Laura Jewels, In house PSC Delegate 2014, Shoosmiths LLP In House Provision

48 Cost Effective With no associated delegate travel costs and, often, the opportunity for delegates to spend an invaluable hour at their desks at the start and end of their working day firms are increasingly realising the very real financial and other benefits of in house training. One-off sessions and programmes The choice is yours. Whether a one off half day session or a rolling programme, we will work with you to understand your needs and deliver to your specification. Generic or tailored We will discuss with you any headline issues, explore your desired outcomes and research the structure, culture and practice areas of your firm. Beyond this, we will be led by you as to how much additional tailoring you require. If your preference is for extensive tailoring of an existing course or for a newly written course or programme we will work in partnership with you to design a product which meets your needs. Tailored or bespoke fees will be agreed with you in advance of any work being undertaken. Suitable for all Beyond the Regulatory courses such as the Professional Skills Course, Management Course stage 1 & 2 and Higher Rights of Audience our particular area of specialism is in designing and delivering business skills training, primarily for junior solicitors of up to around 4 years PQE. Our clients include a broad spectrum of legal entities: small high street practices, large City and International firms, law firm consortia, Chambers and in house legal teams. As many of the skills we teach are readily transferable, we are also often asked to deliver training to organisations and businesses operating outside the legal sector. Kaplan Altior 2nd Floor, St David s House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ES

49 In House Provision Benefits Experienced trainers whom we select specifically with your firm and your unique requirements in mind. A safe environment where firm specific issues can be explored and discussed in confidence. Cost effective and convenient. A named and dedicated Kaplan Altior team member and in house course manager to work with you until the conclusion of the project. A wide selection of courses All of the courses listed in our brochure can be delivered in house. We also offer a variety of in house only courses. Further information Please contact Barbara Anderson, Kaplan Altior s Business Development Director, on or babs.anderson@kaplan.co.uk to discuss your requirements. There were lots of examples used and the course was well structured. The course materials were delivered in a way that was entertaining and engaging. Elizabeth McAteer, In house Business Development and Networking Skills Delegate 2014, Hewitsons LLP. altior@kaplan.co.uk