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Local Government PSC - Course information

The Local Government PSC comprises 72 hours of training (12 days).

This includes 48 hours (eight days) of compulsory Core Modules and 24 hours (four days) of Elective Modules.

Course Dates Tuition hours  Topics
Core Modules
 
Spring
Year 1
30 hours
  • Client care and professional standard
  • Advocacy and communication skills
Elective Modules Spring
Year 2
18 hours
  • Employment tribunal advocacy
  • Taking a case to prosecution
  • Family law advocacy &
    practice – care proceedings

Both the Core Modules and the Elective Modules count towards the completion of the PSC.

The third Core Module of the PSC, Financial and Business Skills, and the fourth Elective Module are not undertaken at the local government school. Please contact The College of Law to book these courses separately.

Mode of Study

The Local Government PSC is run as a residential course each year before the annual Weekend School.

Annual Weekend School

The School is a regular event that runs in the spring of each year. Delegates at the Local Government PSC have the opportunity to participate in the Weekend School social activities including an Annual Dinner Reception. Delegates can also extend their stay to benefit from the training offered on Saturday and Sunday.

Accommodation

Residential bookings are administered by the Local Government Weekend School. PSC delegates will be sent an accommodation booking form separately. Please contact Linda Walker at the Local Government Weekend School at Linda@slgwes.org for further information about the accommodation.

Fees

Local Government PSC (Core and Electives) £1,330 + VAT

How to Book

You can call us on 01483 216216 or email us, and once registered, you can book your courses online.

Alternatively, please download a booking form and return it to the address below.

Customer Centre
The College of Law
Brabeouf Manor
Portsmouth Road
St Catherines
Guildford
Surrey
GU3 1HA

DX: 2400 Guildford

Tel: 01483 216216
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