NALP accreditation

More colleges could be running accredited courses for paralegals in future.

The National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) has received accreditation from the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (OFQUAL), the government agency regulating qualifications in England. Amanda Hamilton, NALP chief executive, said: “This means that students interested in working as a paralegal will have easier access to accredited courses and training. NALP has now extended access and are planning to encourage more colleges and universities to run their courses throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland.”

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NALP accreditation

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