The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has partnered with the Kenya School of Law (KSL) to introduce a groundbreaking Paralegal Training Programme (PTP). This marks the first collaboration between the two institutions in facilitating student placements for legal studies.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to KCSE graduates from 2000 to 2024 who meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Mean grade of C (plain)
- C+ in English or Kiswahili
How to Apply
Applications are now open on the KUCCPS portal: https://students.kuccps.net/. The application period runs from January 24, 2025, to February 14, 2025. Successful candidates will join the May 2025 intake.
Programme Overview & Benefits
The two-year diploma course equips students with practical legal skills, preparing them for roles such as:
- Investigation officers
- Court clerks
- Legal assistants
- Case management officers
Graduates will be well-positioned to work in public and private sectors, including civil society organizations. The course also welcomes professionals from other fields looking to enhance their legal expertise for career growth or personal development.
Course Structure
- Duration: 2 years
- Academic Terms: 3 per year (12 weeks each)
- Industry Attachment: 3 months (end of the second year)
- Location: KSL Nairobi Town Campus
- Learning Modes:
- Day classes: 9 AM – 12 PM or 2 PM – 5 PM (Monday – Thursday)
- Virtual evening classes: 5 PM – 8 PM (Monday – Thursday)
Tuition Fees
First-Year Fees: Ksh 131,000 (payable in three installments)
- Term 1: Ksh 47,000
- Term 2: Ksh 42,000
- Term 3: Ksh 42,000
Second-Year Fees: Ksh 136,000 (payable in three installments)
- Term 1: Ksh 47,000
- Term 2: Ksh 42,000
- Term 3: Ksh 47,000
Why Choose This Programme?
This training aligns with the Kenya School of Law Act, which mandates KSL to provide paralegal education to address skill gaps in the legal profession. The curriculum blends theory with hands-on experience, ensuring graduates are job-ready.
Apply Before the Deadline!
Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your legal career. Submit your application before February 14, 2025, to secure your spot in the May intake.
For more details and to apply, visit KUCCPS Application Portal.
