The matters brought to a law firm are highly sensitive. This makes confidentiality essential in the legal field in order to protect the rights of clients.
Confidentiality and Security Within the Legal Environment will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to use ethical behaviour when dealing with sensitive and confidential information in a legal environment.
This short, online course is ideal professional development for anyone who works in a legal environment.
On completion of this course, you will have gained the necessary skills in order to use confidentiality practices and principles in a legal firm or department.
Course Structure
Unit - Confidentiality and security within the legal environment
- Confidentiality and security
- Content
- Errors and grammar
- File / matters numbers
- Format
- Timelines
- Limitations
- Keeping paperwork up to date
- Polices procedures and codes of conduct
- Relevant state / territory legislation
- Trust money
- Cost disclosure and billing
- Progress reports
- Methods for organising a file
- Conflicts of interest
- Treating clients with respect
- Cultural differences
- Trust and respect in the workplace
- Honesty and integrity
- Professional conduct
- Firm policies and procedures
- Morals and ethics
- Trust account monies
- Cash payments
- Receipting methods
- Confidentiality procedures
- What is and what is not disclosable
- Privacy act
- What information cannot be disclosed
- Australian privacy principles (APP’s)
- Non-disclosable information
- Discretion and judgement
- Preparing client records
- Power of attorney
- Following security procedures
- Store and secure file related information
- Electronically stored information
- Legal obligations
- Legislation for storage of materials
- Document retention
Study Hours
Estimated duration 15 Hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% Online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrol Online: Click Add to Cart/View Cart on the course page.
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Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
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Enrolling Multiple Staff?
To enrol multiple staff, please complete the Employer Enrolment Form. We’ll be in touch within 60 minutes during business hours!
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and Direct Deposit.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Legal Secretary
- Law Clerk
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