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.

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Legal work and study

The full course at a glance

24 weeksCourse duration
20 daysSupervised legal work
Year-roundApplications open

PLT course fees

$6,000 domestic tuition. Pay upfront or in six interest-free instalments of $1,000.

Full fee information

Flexible 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.

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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 information

Planning 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
Read the official admission information

Applying for admission

  1. Complete your academic requirements

    Complete a recognised law qualification and the prescribed academic areas. Obtain written approval before starting PLT early, if applicable.

  2. Complete IOLT PLT

    Finish your online coursework and 20 days of approved supervised workplace experience.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

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General information only. Confirm the current admission and practising requirements for your circumstances with the relevant authority.