Paralegal Studies With one of the most employer-recognised colleges

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1 Paralegal Studies With one of the most employer-recognised colleges

2 s offered at Certificate in Paralegal Studies s offered at Damelin Correspondence College (DCC) 1. National Qualifications are credit-bearing qualifications registered on the NQF (National Qualifications Framework) and accredited by a Quality Assurance Body, such as a SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority). A skills programme is an accredited component of a National qualification. 2. Agent Programmes are programmes for which Damelin Correspondence College offers tuition, but where DCC does not issue the final certificate. The Agent Body issues the final certificate and manages the final examinations. 3. Programmes are DCC s own programmes that are not linked to the NQF and are not creditbearing. However, they are in high demand and carry the approval of the Academic Board. Programmes fall into four categories: Career Programmes are DCC s own programmes that are designed to teach you the skills and knowledge to succeed in a particular career. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Short Courses are courses that help you add to your current professional knowledge in a particular field, and hence boost your abilities within your career. Orientation Programmes are short courses that introduce you to a particular field or career and that offer you the opportunity to explore an interest or skills set without having to enrol on a full programme. Self-Employment Programmes are designed to refine your skills in a particular field of interest; to teach you how to make a living from a particular skill, interest or hobby, and to help you start your own business. Delve into the interesting world of the Paralegal and find out how the debt collecting process works, what civil litigation means and understand how legal practice operates. As you study, you will learn more about the various types of laws in SA and how they affect us. Whether its Criminal law, Property law and Conveyancing or Wills and Estates, the law affects everyone. The Damelin Correspondance College Certificate in Paralegal Studies is a DCC Career Programme that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std.10) or equivalent or, relevant work experience (2 years). Core and Fundamental Subjects covered are: Office Management for Legal Practices Introduction to South African Law Criminal Law and Law of Procedure Civil Litigation Process Debt Collecting Process Electives: (Select 2 of the following) Wills and Estate Management Property Law and Conveyance Practice Financial Accounting All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 7 formal exams. Please note that exams are written in June and On successful completion of this course, you will receive your Certificate in Paralegal Studies. 2 3

3 Certificate in Paralegal Studies - Commercial Practice Certificate in Paralegal Studies - Commercial Practice (continued) If you would like to be equipped with a sound knowledge of the law both in a professional and commercial capacity, this course will do just that. This course is designed to teach you business administration principles and various aspects of law, which include the laws of contracts, debt collecting, wills and estates and property law and conveyancing. It will furthermore assist you in acquiring a range of supporting competencies pertaining to areas such as office management for legal practices and other management techniques in a commercial environment. All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 7 formal exams. Please note that exams are written in June and On successful completion of this course you will receive your Certificate in Paralegal Studies - Commercial Practice. The Damelin Correspondance College Certificate in Paralegal Studies - Commercial Practice is a DCC Career Programme that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std.10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (2 years). Core and Fundamental Subjects covered are: Office Management for Legal Practices Criminal Law and Law of Procedure Commercial Law Business Law Debt Collecting Process Electives: (Select 2 of the following) Wills and Estate Management Financial Accounting 1 Property Law and Conveyance Practice 4 5

4 Paralegal Short Courses Short Courses Certificate (continued) Short Course Certificates act as building blocks for expanding your knowledge and your employment prospects, one step at a time. The Paralegal Short Course Certificates are DCC Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programmes that are approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent or relevant work experience (2 years). You should be able to complete each short course within 12 months. On successful completion of each short course, you will receive your relevant Paralegal Short Course Certificate. Debt Collecting Short Course Certificate This course focuses on the process of collecting debt. It touches on a wide range of legal subjects such as security, sureties and contracts. The traditional documents for collecting debt are also explored, ranging from a letter of demand, and summons to court judgments. Introduction to South African Law Short Course Certificate This course introduces you to the basic concepts of law, its role in society and types of laws governing the South African Society. It focuses on the legal systems and constitution put in place to regulate the law and exposes the learner to the concepts of public law, private law, international law and other spheres and sources of law. Business Law Short Course Certificate This course will provide an overview of the laws pertinent to contracts, for example formation of contracts, communication and acceptance of offers, contractual provisions, capacity, lawfulness, sale, lease, employment and termination of contracts. Wills and Estates Short Course Certificate This course deals with the drafting of wills and administration of deceased estates. Whether you are interested in the paralegal field or just broadening your general knowledge, this course is for you. Civil Litigation Short Course Certificate This course explores pre-trial procedures with an emphasis on necessary documentation. The new rules of court are explained in a user-friendly manner with particular reference to the Magistrate s and High Court. Property Law and Conveyancing Short Course Certificate Property Law deals with different aspects of ownership of movables and Conveyancing deals with the transfer of immovable property, such as houses, land and apartments. The course deals with title deeds, mortgage bonds and sectional title. Criminal Law and Procedure Short Course Certificate This course is divided into two related parts. Criminal Law explores general and specific crimes such as assault, theft and corruption. Criminal Procedure focuses on the handling of the crime from the initial police investigation to prosecution and sentencing. 6 7

5 Paralegal Diploma Legal Secretary Diploma The Paralegal Diploma provides you with an understanding of the different fields of law, and the knowledge of legal concepts and procedures. The course is uniquely designed to impart a comprehensive overview of all facets of paralegal specialisation and an understanding of individual rights and rights of others. The Paralegal Diploma is a DCC Career Programme that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Introduction to South African Law Debt Collecting Criminal Law and Procedure Property Law and Conveyancing Civil Litigation Communication Business and Office Administration 1 Accounting and Finance All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 8 formal exams. Please note that exams are written in June and On successful completion of this course you will receive your Paralegal Diploma. The Legal Secretary Diploma combines Paralegal knowledge with secretarial skills. This course provides a sound legal platform for secretaries to assist attorneys, advocates and other legal professionals in an administrative capacity. The Damelin Correspondance College Legal Secretary Diploma is a DCC Career Programme that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years) and PC literacy. You also need access to a PC - see page 12 for the minimum PC specifications. Introduction to South African Law Debt Collecting Civil Litigation Criminal Law and Procedure Property Law and Conveyancing Communication Business and Office Administration 1 Financial Accounting 1 Computyping**** Select 1 of the following: MS Word 2010** MS Excel 2010** MS Outlook 2010** ****This is a practical exam on a computer using MS Word. **PLEASE NOTE: Students are not required to write an examination on these subjects. You should be able to complete this course within 30 months. This course includes some examinable and some non-examinable subjects. You are required to submit assignments for the nonexaminable subjects to the College for marking and pass them 8 9

6 Legal Secretary Diploma Conveyancing Secretary Diploma successfully. For the examinable subjects your assignments are optional, but you have to write and pass 8 formal exams, and complete and pass 1 practical exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. In order to achieve your award, you have to pass all exams and compulsory assignments. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your Legal Secretary Diploma. As an accomplished secretary you will not only be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to legal partners, but also enable optimum efficiency in the legal environment by specialising in property law and conveyancing. The Damelin Correspondance College Conveyancing Secretary Diploma is a DCC Career Programme that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std.10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). You will need access to a PC see page 12 for minimum PC requirements. Property Law and Conveyancing Computyping**** Business and Office Administration 1 Communication Financial Accounting 1 Select 1 of the following: MS Word 2010** MS Excel 2010** MS Outlook 2010** MS Powerpoint 2010** ****This is a practical exam on a computer using MS Word. **PLEASE NOTE: Students are not required to write an examination on these subjects. This course includes some examinable and non-examinable subjects. You are required to submit assignments for the nonexaminable subjects to the College for marking and pass them successfully

7 Conveyancing Secretary Diploma Commercial Law Diploma For the examinable subjects, your assignments are optional, but you have to write and pass 4 formal exams, and complete and pass 1 practical exam. Please note that exams are written in June and In order to achieve your award, you have to pass all exams and compulsory assignments. On successful completion of this course you will receive your Conveyancing Secretary Diploma. Standard PC or laptop requirements: Personal computer or a laptop with minimum 1GHz ( 86) or 1.4GH ( 64) processor (2GHz or faster recommended). 512 MB of RAM or more (2 GB recommended) 15 GB free hard disk space (40 GB recommended) CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive. Super VGA (1, ) or higher resolution video adapter and monitor Keyboard and Microsoft mouse or compatible pointing device. With the Commercial Law Diploma, you will gain knowledge and understanding of both private and public law, which applies to the rights, relations, and conduct of persons and businesses engaged in commerce, merchandising, trade, and sales. The Commercial Law Diploma is a DCC Career Programme, that is approved by the DCC Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or relevant work experience (3 years). Criminal Law and Procedure Civil Litigation Property Law and Conveyancing Debt Collecting Wills and Estates Business Law All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 6 formal exams. Please note that exams are written in June and On successful completion of this course you will receive your Commercial Law Diploma

8 From the General Manager Notes Take your next step now! Follow through on your decision to enhance your life and your future prospects by enrolling for a course today! Why study with? Quality study material designed specifically for home study. The freedom to study at YOUR own pace, where and when it suits YOU. The widest range of courses for today s world. Free consultations with s career counselling and development specialists. Free study choice advice from Damelin Correspondence College s Student Consultants. The convenience of online enrolment, contact and advice. Affordable, easy payment options. Ongoing study support and attention from qualified tutors. Umalusi Accreditation (Pty) Ltd has been awarded provisional accreditation by Umalusi. Umalusi is the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training in South Africa - see Umalusi Provisional Accreditation No: EFT PA DHET Registration (Pty) Ltd has been granted provisional registration by the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private FET College, until 31 December Provisional Registration No. 2008/FE07/037 - see For further information please refer to our website: (Pty) Ltd is committed to meeting legislative requirements regarding accreditation and registration of private education and training providers in South Africa. Wishing you every success in your studies and your future! Ajanth Choudhree General Manager correspondence The Career Development College 14 15

9 correspondence The Career Development College Register Today! GAUTENG JOHANNESBURG (Head Office) 2 Melle Street Braamfontein PO Box 31001, Braamfontein, EASTERN CAPE EAST LONDON 91 Western Avenue Vincent, East London PRETORIA Shop 5, 273 Thabo Sehume (Andries) Street Pretoria 0002 PO Box 1332, Pretoria, MENLYN Block C Menlyn Woods Sprite Avenue, Faerie Glen BENONI 61 Princes Avenue Benoni MPUMALANGA NELSPRUIT 25 Brown Street ERMELO Shop no 40, Ermelo Mall 50A de Jager Street, Ermelo WITBANK 34 Highland Shopping Centre Albertyn Street, Klipfontein FREE STATE PHUTHADITJHABA Shop 16, Mandela Park Shopping Centre, 1029 Mota Road Witsieshoek, Qwa-Qwa WELKOM 16 Stateway Road Welkom BLOEMFONTEIN 88 Maitland Street PORT ELIZABETH Unit 7 (Ground Floor), Kwantu Towers, Vuyisile Market Square Govan Mbeki Avenue WESTERN CAPE CAPE TOWN 64 St George s Mall, Cape Town LIMPOPO POLOKWANE Shop 4, Spar Centre, Cnr of Biccard and Thabo Mbeki Streets KWA-ZULU NATAL DURBAN 325 Anton Lembede (Smith) Street Durban, 4001 PO Box 2553, Durban, PHOENIX OPENING SOON ESTCOURT 1st Floor, Shop 5 Enterprise Building 74 Harding Street PIETERMARITZBURG 257 Church Street, Compen Building VRYHEID 188 Kerk Street, Koopmans Building Vryheid, NAMIBIA NAMIBIA Shop 17, M Floor BPI House, 269 Independence Ave Windhoek (Pty) Ltd. Provisionally registered as a private FET college with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 Dec Prov. Reg. No. 2008/FE07/037 Provisionally accredited by Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training, Umalusi Prov. Accr. No. FET PA DCC is a Registered Credit Provider: NCRCP 2325 D15002A 12-13