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Paralegal Apprenticeship
The most common entry point into law. Support fee earners while gaining a recognised Level 3 Paralegal qualification.
13 monthsFully funded
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Level 5
Advanced Paralegal Apprenticeship (SQE)
Step up from Level 3 with SQE1 preparation embedded. Run your own files and complex casework as an advanced paralegal.
14–24 monthsFully funded
Explore routeLevel 4
Level 4 Conveyancing (Technician)
Handle the legal transfer of property. Searches, contracts and completions. Aligned with the CLC.
18 monthsFully funded
Explore routeLevel 4In demand
Data Protection Officer
The only government-funded route to a formal Data Protection Officer qualification. Monthly Zoom, no exams.
12–16 monthsFully funded
Explore routeLevel 6
Licensed Conveyancer
Awarded by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Qualify for a Licence to Practice, running property transactions independently.
18 monthsFully funded
Explore routeLevel 6
Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)
Become a chartered lawyer via CILEx Regulation. Eight specialism pathways, practising rights on the same level as a solicitor in your area of law.
2 years 9 monthsFully funded
Explore routeLevel 7Flagship
Solicitor Apprenticeship
Qualify as a solicitor with SQE1 and SQE2 both included. Government-funded for learners under 22 on their start date.
3 yearsUnder-22s
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Your complete guide to law apprenticeships in the UK
Law apprenticeships are the fastest-growing way into the legal profession. Instead of paying university tuition, you join a firm as a paid employee and train on the job — earning a salary while you work towards a recognised qualification. Whether you leave school at 18 or change career later, there is a legal apprenticeship route to suit you.
The most popular routes are the Level 3 paralegal apprenticeship, the Level 6 CILEx chartered legal executive route, and the flagship Level 7 solicitor apprenticeship, which includes the SQE and leads to exactly the same qualification as the traditional university path. Most law apprenticeships are around 95% government-funded, so you finish with no student debt.
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