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Higher Certificate in Paralegal Studies

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SAQA ID91797
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Paralegal Studies is a 120-credit higher-education qualification at NQF level 5 in the Justice in Society subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation for paralegal and related legal-support work, without by itself guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation for paralegal or broader legal-support work may consider this qualification. It may also suit learners seeking an entry-level higher-education qualification in the justice and legal-support field, subject to the provider’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support preparation for paralegal-related and legal-support roles, but no specific approved career relationships were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of paralegal and legal-support work
  • Legal information handling
  • Communication and administrative skills relevant to justice-sector settings

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Paralegal Studies
SAQA ID
91797
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
8
Subfield
Justice in Society
Originator
Lyceum College (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered by that authorisation.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace learning or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment and that the qualification details match the current official records.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.