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National Certificate: N5 Legal Secretary

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It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last date for registration for N5 Legal Secretary is 30 June 2026. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please contact us before then to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative:

Advance your administrative career in the legal office environment with the National Certificate: N5 Legal Secretary course. This program enhances your legal administration skills and prepares you for further progression. If you have completed the N4-level course, seek to develop your skills, meet entry requirements for the N6-level course, or plan for future university-level education, studying this course is an excellent choice. Expand your expertise and unlock new opportunities in the dynamic field.

Course code:

EN5071-04

Accreditation status:

  • N5 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
  • SAQA ID: 66959
  • 60 credits
Course duration:

12 months

Entry requirements:

N4

Subjects covered:
  • Office Practice N5
  • Communication N5
  • Information Processing N5
  • Legal Practice N5
Assessment and award:

Students are required to complete the following:

  • 3 assignments per subject
  • 1 exam per subject

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement: N5 Legal Secretary from the DHET.

Additional information:

N courses are offered and assessed by Oxbridge Academy. After gaining a qualifying year mark, students will be admitted to write the national examination at an approved venue. Read our N4-N6 Exam letter for information on writing the exams.

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