ACT / PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING
PLT for ACT admission
Complete IOLT’s Practical Legal Training with 100% online coursework and supervised workplace experience. Study at times that suit you, including after hours.
The full course at a glance
PLT course fees
$6,000 domestic tuition. Pay upfront or in six interest-free instalments of $1,000.
Full fee informationFlexible study, on your schedule
Study online from Canberra or another location at times that suit your routine. Fit regular coursework sessions around family, work or other commitments, including after hours.
Arrange approved supervised workplace experience during the course. Check the ACT admission timetable separately when planning what happens after PLT.
Course requirements
IOLT’s full PLT course combines seven online subjects and 20 days of supervised workplace experience over 24 weeks. Use your completion evidence for the separate ACT admission process.
24 weeks
Course duration
100% online coursework
- Seven online subjects across practical legal skills and practice areas
- Practical legal tasks and assessments
Complete practical tasks such as drafting documents, preparing client advice and managing legal matters. There are no final written exams.
20 days
In a suitable legal workplace
Supervised workplace experience
- An eligible workplace and approved supervisor
- Workplace experience completed alongside the course
Use an eligible current role or arrange a suitable placement. Ask IOLT about placement assistance if needed; suitable opportunities are subject to availability.
Workplace experience informationPlanning admission to the ACT Supreme Court
ACT Courts publishes admission days, application information and a guide for applicants. Check the current filing timetable before choosing a ceremony, and allow for the time needed to receive your PLT completion documents.
- Read the ACT admission applicant information
- Prepare the required application, affidavits and supporting evidence
- Arrange an eligible person to move your admission as directed by the Court
Applying for admission
Complete your academic requirements
Complete a recognised law qualification and the prescribed academic areas. Obtain written approval before starting PLT early, if applicable.
Complete IOLT PLT
Finish your online coursework and 20 days of approved supervised workplace experience.
Apply for admission in the ACT
Use your academic and IOLT completion documents in the current ACT admission process. Admission also involves suitability and other requirements.
Apply for a practising certificate
Once admitted, arrange the certificate and any conditions required for legal practice in the ACT.
IOLT provides the PLT course and completion documents. The admitting authority decides your admission application. Admission and permission to practise are separate steps.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find ACT admission dates?
Use ACT Courts’ admission information and published admission days. Check the filing requirements for the date you intend to apply for.
Do I need someone to move my ACT admission?
ACT Courts explains who may move an admission. Read its current guidance and arrange an eligible person as part of preparing for the ceremony.
Can I choose my study times in Canberra?
Yes. Choose regular online study times that suit your schedule, including after hours. Complete the assessments and arrange approved workplace experience within the course period.
Contact Admissions
Contact Admissions with questions about the course, entry requirements or fees. Include your qualification and intended admission jurisdiction so we can assist with your enquiry.
General information only. Confirm the current admission and practising requirements for your circumstances with the relevant authority.