1. Q: What is the new government-funded solicitor apprenticeship introduced by Datalaw?

A: It is a new apprenticeship program approved by the SRA and funded by the government.

2. Q: How much can organisations claim per employee for training under the apprenticeship?

A: Organisations can claim up to £27,000 per employee for training.

3. Q: What are some benefits of the apprenticeship?

A: Some benefits include being approved by the SRA, being 95% funded for organisations, and zero fees for learners.

4. Q: What support will learners receive?

A: Support staff will receive online modules, a comprehensive curriculum, and dedicated tutor support.

5. Q: How can organisations benefit from the apprenticeship?

A: Organisations can benefit from talent retention and acquisition through this apprenticeship program.

7. Q: Are there limited places available for the government-funded apprenticeship?

A: Yes, due to high demand and popularity spaces for the solicitor apprenticeship cohorts go quickly which means spaces are limited. This means that those who are looking to enrol need to be vigilant and determined.

8. Q: What is the suggested course of action for those interested?

A: Interested parties are encouraged to register their interest in the apprenticeship program.

9. Q: Is the apprenticeship only available for new employees?

A: No, organisations can also claim the funding for existing employees to train as solicitors.

10. Q: How much funding can organisations claim per employee for the government-funded solicitor apprenticeship?

A: Organisations can claim up to £27,000 per employee for training under the apprenticeship program.

11. Q: Does the apprenticeship offer any financial benefits for learners?

A: Yes, learners do not have to pay any fees for participating in the apprenticeship program. This means no debts and no personal fees to take the SQE.

12. Q: What is the role of Datalaw in the apprenticeship?

A: Datalaw is an approved training provider and can claim apprenticeship funding directly from the government for your firm so that you can train and up-skill your staff.

13. Q: Will support staff receive any additional assistance apart from online modules?

A: Yes, support staff will also receive a comprehensive curriculum and dedicated tutor support.

14. Q: Are there any specific qualifications required to apply for the apprenticeship?

A: There are a variety of different eligibility criteria that need to be met for the solicitor apprenticeship. View the full Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship eligibility requirement or the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship eligibility requirements.

15. Q: Can organisations from any industry claim funding for the government-funded solicitor apprenticeship?

A: Organisation that aren’t in the legal sector will have to have a legal team that the apprentice can work within and shadow to be able to be eligible for the apprenticeship.

16. Q: What are the benefits of the apprenticeship being approved by the SRA?

A: The SRA approval ensures that the apprenticeship meets the required standards and is recognised in the legal profession.

17. Q: How can organisations ensure they secure a place?

A: Organisations can register their interest in the apprenticeship program to increase their chances of securing a place.

18. Q: Will the apprenticeship be provided online or in-person?

A: The solicitor apprenticeship is all distant learning from online modules, video calls with your tutors, and online lectures.

19. Q: Can individuals apply for the apprenticeship directly, or does it have to be through an organisation?

A: For individuals to be eligible for the solicitor apprenticeship they will have to be on the pay-roll of a legal organisation. However, individuals can still register their interest for the solicitor apprenticeship directly; it will just have to be approved by a manager later on in the application process.

20. Q: Is there a specific duration for the apprenticeship?

A: The full Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship is 6 years and the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship is 30 months.