Are you looking for a practical, career-focused way to enter the legal profession? The Legal Secretary Course 2026 at Nelson Mandela University is now open and offers the perfect opportunity to gain essential legal office skills in a short, intensive programme.
Designed and delivered by the Faculty of Law, this Short Learning Programme (SLP) equips students with the professional knowledge and hands-on expertise needed to succeed as a legal secretary in today’s demanding legal environment.
Why Choose the Legal Secretary Course?
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to work in a law firm, legal department, court environment, or corporate office that deals with legal documentation and procedures.
Legal secretaries play a crucial role by:
- Supporting attorneys and legal practitioners
- Managing legal correspondence and confidential documents
- Assisting with case preparation and administration
- Ensuring smooth day-to-day legal office operations
Completing a recognised Legal Secretary Course gives you a competitive advantage and prepares you for immediate employment or further legal studies.
About the Legal Secretary Course 2026
The courseat Nelson Mandela University is structured to deliver focused, practical training over a short period, making it ideal for job seekers, school leavers, and working professionals.
Course Details
- Institution: Nelson Mandela University – Faculty of Law
- Programme Type: Short Learning Programme (SLP)
- Course Name: Legal Secretary Course
- Duration: 3 consecutive days
- Dates: 9 to 11 March 2026
- Cost: R8 500.00 per delegate
- Entry Requirement: NSC or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- Eligibility: Open to South Africans and foreign nationals with valid documents
What You Will Learn
This Legal Secretary Course focuses on job-ready skills that are directly applicable in a professional legal office, including:
- Legal office administration and procedures
- Legal terminology and documentation
- Professional communication in a legal environment
- Managing legal correspondence and records
- Ethical conduct and confidentiality in law offices
By the end of the course, you will have the confidence and skills to function effectively in a legal support role.
Who Should Apply ?
This course is suitable for:
- Recent school leavers interested in the legal field
- Administrative professionals wanting to move into legal work
- Aspiring legal secretaries and legal assistants
- Individuals planning to pursue further legal studies
Incomplete or inaccurate applications will not be considered.
Career Opportunities
After completing the Legal Secretary Course, graduates can pursue a variety of career opportunities within the legal and corporate sectors, including:
- Law firms
- Courts and judicial offices
- Corporate legal departments
- Government and public sector offices
This course also serves as a solid foundation for those who wish to:
- Continue with further legal studies
- Progress into roles such as legal assistant, paralegal, or legal administrator
How to Apply for the Legal Secretary Course 2026
Applications for the Legal Secretary Course 2026 must be submitted online.
Important Dates
- Closing date: 28 February 2026
- Payment: Full payment must be made one week prior to commencement
Course Enquiries
For more information about the Legal Secretary Course at Nelson Mandela University, please contact:
Mrs Redcliffe
Tel: (041) 504 2198
Email: Rochelle.redcliffe@mandela.ac.za
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Start Your Legal Career in 2026
If you are serious about entering the legal profession, the Legal Secretary Course 2026 at Nelson Mandela University offers a strong foundation, practical skills, and recognised training from a respected institution.
Empower your future. Build your career. Enrol in the Legal Secretary Course 2026 today.
