Program Overview

Certificate III in Legal Services

Course Overview

Kick start your career in the legal profession with this entry-level qualification and get the skills you need to become a legal secretary or receptionist.

What Can I Do?

• Legal Secretary
• Legal Receptionist
• Law Clerk

Course Outcome

BSB30320 Certificate III in Legal Services

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.

Core Units

• BSBLEG314: Protect information in a legal services environment
• BSBLEG311: Work in a legal services environment
• BSBTEC201: Use business software applications
• BSBXCM301: Engage in workplace communication

Elective Units

• BSBLEG312: Carry out search of the public record
• BSBLEG421: Apply understanding of the Australian legal system
• BSBLEG423: Conduct simple legal research
• BSBLEG424: Support the drafting of complex legal documents
• BSBPEF301: Organise personal work priorities
• BSBWRT311: Write simple documents

Ways to Study

• On campus
• Online

Choose Your Study Location

• Greater Brisbane

On Campus with Some Online

• You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom.

Online Self-Directed

• All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect.

Download Brochure

• Certificate III in Legal Services (BSB30320)

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment

Entry Requirements

• There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

• It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Important Information

• This qualification contains the prerequisite units that are required to be completed to gain entry into the Diploma of Paralegal Services.

Assessment Methods

• Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

• If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

• Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Related Courses

• Certificate IV in Justice Studies
• Diploma of Justice Studies
• Diploma of Paralegal Services

Careers

• Protective Services Officer
• Paralegal /Legal Administrator
• Australian Border Force Officer
• Private Investigator
• Local/State Government Investigator
• Government Administrator
• Corrections Officer
• Police Officer (State or Federal)
• Youth Justice roles

Full Time

• 6 months

Next Start

• 14 Jul 2025