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Institute of Legal Training Pty Ltd ACN 688 931 473

Terms and Conditions of Enrolment – Practical Legal Training (PLT) Course

These Terms and Conditions form a binding agreement between you (‘You/you/Your/your’) and the Institute of Legal Training (‘IOLT’, ‘We/Us/Our’) for enrolment in and participation in our PLT Course (‘Course’). By submitting an application, accepting an offer, or paying fees, you agree to these Terms. The information provided is general in nature only; conduct your own independent research for your specific circumstances.

1. Eligibility and Admission Requirements

1.1 Academic Qualification. You must have generally completed an accredited Australian LLB/JD (or equivalent) that satisfies the academic requirements for admission in an Australian jurisdiction.
1.2 Suitability/’Fit and Proper’. You are solely responsible for meeting character and suitability requirements set by the admitting authority in the jurisdiction where you intend to seek admission.
1.3 Standards Reference. The Course is designed with regard to the Practical Legal Training Competency Standards for Entry-Level Lawyers adopted by Australian admitting authorities, e.g. lpbwa.org.au.
1.4 ILT is not an admitting authority. ILT provides an educational course/qualification. Admission to the legal profession is determined by the relevant State/Territory authority and court.
1.5 Concurrent Study / Early Commencement (jurisdictional rules). If you seek to commence PLT before completing your academic qualification, you must obtain prior written approval from your admitting authority. Typical approval settings include no more than two non-Priestley-11 subjects outstanding from your law degree and concurrent enrolment in those subjects. For example:

  • Western Australia (LPBWA): Early start only with Board approval; You must have ≤2 subjects outstanding, neither a prescribed ‘Academic Requirement’, and be enrolled in them. Application by statutory declaration with transcript. lpbwa.org.au
  • New South Wales (LPAB): May start PLT early only if ≤2 subjects remain (none from Schedule 1 ‘Priestley 11’), you are enrolled in them, and you have prior permission of the Board. Legal Profession Admission Board Home
  • Victoria (VLAB): Prior VLAB permission required; process via the online portal (concurrent-study application) and timeframes apply. Law Admissions Victoria+1
  • ACT: Early commencement is possible only in exceptional circumstances and requires LPAB approval; you must have completed core subjects, have ≤2 subjects left, and be enrolled in them. AustLIIAustLII
  • South Australia: Students generally must complete academic requirements first; an early start requires an exemption from the Board of Examiners before enrolling in PLT. Law Society of South Australia
  • Other jurisdictions (e.g., QLD, TAS, NT): Approval settings and processes vary; consult the admitting authority’s current rules and guidelines before you commence. (QLD admissions resources and PLT Guidelines 2 (2019) are maintained via the Queensland Courts website: Queensland Courts+1)

Important: If you have yet to complete your law degree, acceptance to the IOLT Practical Legal Training course does not constitute admitting-authority approval. If you rely on concurrent study, it is your responsibility to secure written approval before you start.

2. Enrolment and Commencement

2.1 Rolling applications. Applications are accepted year-round via ILT’s online portal.
2.2 Supporting documents. Provide (as applicable) certified ID and academic transcript(s).
2.3 Offer & acceptance. Your place is secured when you (a) accept Our offer and (b) pay either the full tuition or the first instalment under an approved payment plan (see Clause 3.3).
2.4 Commencement Date. Unless otherwise stated, the Commencement Date is the first Monday after ILT confirms cleared payment under Clause 2.3. Your 6-month Course duration is calculated from this date.

3. Fees and Payments

3.1 IOLT advises Tuition Fee from time to time and can change (‘Tuition Fee’).
3.2 Payment methods. EFT and major credit/debit cards (card payments may attract pass-through processing surcharges).
3.3 IOLT may provide an instalment plan for the payment of the Tuition Fee. Dishonours must be remedied within 7 days; reasonable admin costs may be charged; access may be suspended for arrears.
3.4 No Certificate of Completion is provided until fees outstanding are paid. ILOT will not confer the award, nor issue any completion letter, certificate, transcript, or verification, until the Tuition Fee and all other amounts due have been paid in full.
3.5 Taxes & receipts. Fees are GST-inclusive unless stated otherwise; receipts are issued upon cleared funds.

4. Course Structure and Your Obligations

4.1 Duration & study load. The Course runs 6 months full-time; expect ~35–40 hours/week across learning, assessment, and practical activities.
4.2 Delivery. Learning components may include online live/asynchronous learning and skills assessments.
4.3 Workplace Experience (WEP).
  a) ILT does not offer or arrange workplace experience placements. If your chosen admitting authority requires workplace experience for admission, you must independently source, complete and evidence that requirement with the admitting authority (and with ILT where needed to verify competencies). ILT does not broker, guarantee, supervise, or insure any external placement.
  b) Where external experience is required for Course completion, you must have the placement pre-approved by ILT for competency mapping and submit evidence by the stated deadlines.
  c) You must comply with all host requirements (confidentiality, conflicts, WHS) and maintain accurate records/timesheets.
4.4 Professional conduct. You must comply with ILT’s Code of Conduct and Academic Integrity Policy and behave lawfully, ethically and courteously.

5. Assessment and Completion

5.1 Competency-based assessment. You must demonstrate competency in all required areas to complete the Course.
5.2 Assessment rules.
  a) Due dates: Assessments must be submitted as scheduled; late submissions require approved special consideration.
  b) Resubmissions: If ‘Not Yet Competent,’ up to two resubmission opportunities may be offered (unless an assessment specifies otherwise).
  c) Special consideration: Available where documented circumstances significantly affect performance.
  d) Academic integrity: Plagiarism, collusion, unauthorised AI use, or misconduct may result in penalties up to exclusion (see Clause 10).

5.3 Award. On successful completion of all Course requirements (and any required external WEP evidence where applicable) and clearance of all fees, ILT will confer the certificate of competition of Practical Legal Training

5.4 Admission application. After completing your PLT, you are responsible for your admission application with your chosen admitting authority.

6. Credit, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) & Transfers

6.1 Eligibility. You may apply for credit/RPL for equivalent recent learning or supervised practice demonstrably mapping to required competencies.
6.2 Evidence. Provide certified transcripts, detailed syllabi, competency mapping, or employer attestations as applicable.
6.3 Outcome. Credits reduce required ILT components but do not reduce fees unless expressly stated in your offer.
6.4 External transfers. ILT may recognise completed components from other approved PLT providers subject to equivalence and currency.

7. Deferrals, Extensions & Attendance

7.1 Pre-commencement deferral. You may defer once for up to 6 months before your Commencement Date.
7.2 Post-commencement interruptions. Short extensions/pauses may be approved for compassionate/compelling circumstances (documentation required).
7.3 Maximum time to complete. Unless otherwise approved, complete all requirements within 12 months of Commencement.
7.4 Attendance/engagement. Where live participation is required, you must meet the minimum participation requirements and keep contact details current.

8. Withdrawals and Refunds

8.1 How to withdraw. Submit a written request to ILT Student Administration.
8.2 Refunds.
  a) ≥ 28 days before Commencement: Full refund of Tuition Fee paid.
  b) < 28 days before Commencement: 50% refund.
  c) On/after Commencement: No refund.
8.3 Payment plans. If you withdraw with an outstanding balance, unpaid instalments remain payable unless ILT approves relief under Clause 8.4.
8.4 Exceptional circumstances. ILT may consider out-of-policy refunds for severe hardship or compelling compassionate grounds (evidence required).
8.5 Australian Consumer Law. Nothing in this Clause limits your non-excludable rights under the ACL.

9. Accessibility & Reasonable Adjustments

9.1 Commitment. ILT will make reasonable adjustments to ensure equitable participation without compromising inherent Course requirements.
9.2 Requests. Submit requests as early as possible with supporting documentation (e.g., medical/psychology report).
9.3 Confidentiality. Information is handled under Clause 13 (Privacy).

10. Suspension, Termination & Misconduct

10.1 Grounds. ILT may suspend or terminate enrolment for: (a) non-payment; (b) serious or repeated misconduct; (c) academic integrity breaches; (d) failure to meet participation/placement evidence obligations; or (e) material breach of these Terms.
10.2 Process. Except in urgent risk cases, ILT will notify you, outline concerns, and allow a reasonable response period.
10.3 Consequences. Suspension/termination may restrict access to systems/assessments and may impact refunds (Clause 8).

11. Technology & Third-Party Services

11.1 Minimum requirements. You must have reliable broadband, a capable computer, and audio/video for online learning and assessments.
11.2 Platforms. ILT may use third-party platforms (e.g., LMS, proctoring, video conferencing). You agree to their user terms as a condition of access.

12. Changes to Delivery, Teach-Out & Force Majeure

12.1 Operational changes. ILT may reasonably vary delivery mode, dates or assessment methods (e.g., to meet updated standards).
12.2 Teach-out. If ILT discontinues the Course, We will provide a fair teach-out or comparable alternative at no additional tuition cost.
12.3 Force majeure. ILT is not liable for delays or changes caused by events beyond Our reasonable control; We will take reasonable steps to mitigate disruption.

13. Privacy, Data & Communications

13.1 Privacy law. ILT handles personal information under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles.
13.2 Collection & use. We collect information to deliver education, manage assessments, support student services, and meet regulatory/insurance obligations.
13.3 Disclosure. We may disclose information to service providers, insurers, hosts (where you authorise), regulators, or as required by law. Some storage/processing may occur offshore; appropriate safeguards apply.
13.4 Retention. Records are retained for periods required by law/standards.
13.5 Contact & marketing. You consent to electronic communications about the Course and related services. You may opt out of non-essential marketing at any time.

14. Liability & Warranties

14.1 No guarantee of admission/employment. ILT does not guarantee admission, practising certificates, or employment outcomes.
14.2 Limitation. To the extent permitted by law, ILT excludes liability for indirect or consequential loss. ILT’s aggregate liability for claims arising out of the Course is capped at the Tuition Fee actually paid by you for the then-current enrolment, except for liability that cannot be excluded.

15. General

15.1 Variations. ILT may amend these Terms with 14 days’ written notice; material changes will not be retrospective.
15.2 Notices. ILT may give notices to your last notified email.
15.3 Severability. If any term is invalid or unenforceable, the remainder remains effective.
15.4 Entire agreement. These Terms, Your Offer, and referenced policies form the entire agreement.
15.5 Governing law. The laws of Western Australia govern these Terms, and the WA courts have jurisdiction.

16. Declaration and Acceptance

I confirm that I have read, understood and agree to the Institute of Legal Training’s Terms and Conditions of Enrolment for the PLT Course.

Notes on eligibility & concurrent study (sources)

• WA early-start criteria and application method (LPBWA), including the ‘≤2 subjects; not Academic Requirements; enrolled; prior permission’ rule and statutory declaration process. lpbwa.org.au

• NSW early-start permission (LPAB), with the ‘≤2 non-Priestley 11; enrolled; prior permission’ rule. Legal Profession Admission Board Home

• VIC concurrent-study process and timing (VLAB). Law Admissions Victoria+1

• ACT rule 3607DA (early commencement) and 3607D (eligibility), requiring exceptional circumstances plus ‘≤2’ and enrolment in finals. AustLIIAustLII

• SA requirement for a Board of Examiners exemption prior to enrolling. Law Society of South Australia

• QLD admissions resource hub and PLT Guidelines 2 (2019) (refer to current LPAB guidance before relying on concurrent study). Queensland Courts+1