SUPERVISED LEGAL TRAINING IN VICTORIA
If you’re a law graduate, you have two pathways to meet the requirements for admission as a lawyer in Victoria: Practical Legal Training (PLT) or Supervised Legal Training (SLT). While PLT is the most common choice, SLT offers an alternative for law graduates.
What is Supervised Legal Training?
Supervised Legal Training is a workplace-based pathway to becoming a lawyer. Instead of completing a Practical Legal Training program, you’ll spend 12 months working full-time in an approved legal practice, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of a qualified lawyer.
Your supervising lawyer will help you develop essential legal skills and ensure your work meets the competency standards for entry-level lawyers required by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB).
Why Choose Supervised Legal Training?
SLT could be a great choice for you if you’re looking for:
- On-the-job learning: Learn by doing as you tackle real legal tasks and challenges every day.
- Cost savings: There are no course fees involved, making this an affordable pathway to admission.
- Mentorship: Work closely with a supervising lawyer who can offer guidance, feedback, and career advice.
- Flexibility: Tailor your training to suit the work you’re already doing in your legal role.
How is SLT Different From PLT?
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Supervised Legal Training (SLT) |
College of Law Practical Legal Training (PLT) |
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Duration |
12 months full-time |
15-30 weeks, depending on the study mode |
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Qualification |
None |
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice |
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Delivery |
At your workplace |
Online learning with 5 days or 10 evenings workshops held online or onsite. |
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Cost |
No course fees |
Starts at $11,000 FEE-HELP available. |
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Start Dates |
Flexible |
Courses start every month |
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Support |
Led by your supervising lawyer |
Delivered by experienced legal practitioners |
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Learning style |
Self-directed, on-the-job |
Structured with coursework and milestones |
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When can I start? |
After completing your law degree |
After completing your law degree or with two electives left |
The College of Law Part Program
If you’re doing Supervised Legal Training (SLT), you’ll still need to complete certain mandatory subjects with an approved Practical Legal Training provider. That’s where the College of Law Part Program comes in.
Under Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) requirements, the following subjects must be complete through an approved provider:
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility
- Lawyer’s Skills
- The Risk Management element of Work Management and Business Skills
In addition to the mandatory subjects, the Part Program also offers electives that can broaden your skills, such as:
- Civil Litigation Practice
- Property Law Practice
- Commercial and Corporate Practice
How the Part Program Works
The Practical Legal Training Part Program is designed to be flexible and convenient, allowing you to start whenever you're ready. Each subject takes at least four weeks to complete, and you have the option to study multiple subjects at the same time, making it easy to tailor your learning pace to your schedule. All coursework is delivered online, so you can complete your studies from anywhere without the need to attend in person.
While most subjects offer flexible study options, the Lawyer’s Skills subject includes scheduled components that require participation to ensure you meet key learning outcomes.
When you’re ready to get started, simply complete the enrolment form and reach out to us for support.
Why Choose the College of Law PLT?
- A flexible and convenient way to fulfill your requirements for admission
- Hands-on, practical with no exams or essay
- Reputation
- Legal practitioners as lecturers
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you choose Supervised Legal Training or Practical Legal Training, the most important thing is finding the path that works for you. With the right support and resources, you’ll be on your way to admission and the legal career you’ve been working toward.
WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT PLT?
Now that you know how PLT compares to Supervised Legal Training, take a deeper dive into what it involves. From coursework to work experience and admission requirements, get the full picture.
