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Formal qualifications

If you have one of the formal qualifications listed below, but less than two years' experience working within your practice area, you can apply to become a trainee accredited paralegal.

  • BA (Law)
  • LLB / LLB + Diploma in Legal Practice 
  • HNC/HND in legal studies
  • Central Law Training paralegal qualifications
  • Stirling University/Scotia Law Training paralegal qualifications
  • Scotia Law Training Modern Apprenticeship
  • Professional Development Award (PDA) in paralegal studies
  • Glasgow Caledonian University/Rewards paralegal qualifications (no longer available, but qualifications held are recognised for entry)

If you have another qualification not on the list and are unsure whether this would be acceptable please contact us to discuss.

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