Module Syllabus Overview
This module explores what paralegals are, what their functions are as well as how to do basic paralegal activities.
This module has a multiple choice (MCQ) exam as well as two assessments. The two assessments combined have a marking weight of 20% and the exam carries 80% of the marks.
This module is at the NQF 5 level and is worth 12 credits.
At the end of this module you will understand the basics of:
- History of paralegal practice
- What is a paralegal
- The need for paralegals
- Paralegal skills
- Recognition of paralegals
- The role of paralegals in the legal practice
- Difference between paralegals and legal practitioners
Interactive Examination Preparation
Do not risk walking into the exam season blind! Watch recordings from our previous exam prep sessions and use our mock exams to simulate what the real exam will be like, assess your current knowledge level and how well prepared you are for the exam.