ACAP University College’s unique Practical Legal Training (PLT) course was developed with the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV), Victoria’s peak body for the legal profession. Together, we deliver a truly industry-informed PLT that ensures students emerge as work-ready legal professionals.
ACAP’s PLT not only provides students with the practical skills and professional connections to excel in their workplaces, but it also supports employers whose graduate lawyers develop into well-rounded, knowledgeable and industry-ready professionals, equipped to contribute to the success of their practice.
Through the words of our graduates, discover the key benefits that make ACAP’s PLT course a standout choice for emerging legal professionals.
Real-World Skills and Hands-On Experience
ACAP’s applied learning ethos ensures that everything students learn and do throughout their PLT studies has a practical application in the workplace when they graduate. We emphasise hands-on experience and transferrable skill development, ensuring students graduate ready to take on their professional roles with confidence.
ACAP PLT graduate Anastasia Tyshing highlights this aspect of our course, which equipped her with valuable skills for her legal career.
“The practical focus of the course provided me with hands-on experience and real-world skills that directly contributed to my success in starting my legal graduate job.”
Supportive and Encouraging Faculty
Students consistently praise ACAP for the quality and support of our teaching staff, and their ability to create a nurturing environment for learning and growth. Our PLT faculty is deeply involved in ensuring that students succeed – not just academically, but also in their career journeys after graduating. ACAP graduates Jess Black and Kristen O’Reilly describe our staff below.
“The academic staff were brilliant – such encouraging, supportive, helpful, and kind people.” — Jess Black
“Studying at ACAP has been fantastic thanks to the professional, friendly, and approachable teaching staff who are fully engaged and receptive to individual learners. They made it easy to focus and achieve.” — Kristen O’Reilly
Flexible and Efficient Learning
With multiple start dates, online study with full-time and part-time options available, and no exams, one of the key benefits of ACAP’s GDLP course is its flexibility and streamlined, efficient approach to learning. This was particularly beneficial for students like Jess, who found the program ideal for someone returning to study after a break between her undergraduate degree and PLT course.
“It prepares you well for everyday tasks as a lawyer. It is a flexible program (self-paced and online), efficient timeframe (only 4-5 months to complete) and excellent support from staff.” — Jess Black
“ACAP’s PLT program is a game-changer! Their streamlined online learning and talented staff with vast experience make sure every student shines and succeeds.” — Kristen O’Reilly
Our Partnership with the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV)
Students tell us that ACAP stands out due to our innovative approach to legal training, including our key partnership with the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV). This partnership ensures our course content is informed by the profession to meet the needs of both graduates and employers.
In addition, our PLT offers complimentary LIV Graduate membership and opens doors to a lifetime partnership of professional and networking opportunities. Graduates Kristen and Sharon praise LIV’s involvement in our PLT course below.
“ACAP’s innovative approach to PLT in Victoria, well-supported online learning, and key partnership with the Law Institute of Victoria made it the perfect choice!” — Kristen O’Reilly
“I found ACAP’s LIV partnership to be an extra benefit that will assist in my continuing development after completing my course.” — Sharon Tate
A Welcoming and Inclusive Community
Many students speak about the warm, welcoming environment at ACAP, which helps ease their transition from undergraduate studies into professional legal practice. Graduate Sharon Tate recounts how the friendliness of our staff and the alignment of our values empowered her to choose ACAP over other PLT providers.
“Being fresh out of university, I was stressed and cautious about my next move. I am grateful to the staff for making my PLT studies at ACAP one of the best experiences I could have asked for.” — Sharon Tate
Unrivalled Support and Guidance
Our team at ACAP proudly goes beyond traditional teaching to offer genuine mentorship and guidance throughout the PLT program. Graduates Kristen O’Reilly and Sharon Tate found that the strong relationships they built with mentors as well as a supportive environment were crucial to their success. This sense of community is a hallmark of our program.
“It’s an amazing investment, and I’m proud to have completed my PLT at ACAP. It offers a supportive environment for success, showing care and understanding for students balancing study, work, and life.” – Kristen O’Reilly
“The incredibly supportive staff have been an amazing help during my studies at ACAP. They have provided me with genuine and ample guidance that I will be applying during the commencement of my legal career. I am quite grateful to them for making my PLT studies at ACAP one of the best experiences I could have asked for.” – Sharon Tate
Advice to Incoming Students
Choosing the right PLT course can be daunting, but if there’s one piece of advice ACAP graduates Sharon Tate and Sean Dong would offer to incoming students, it’s to trust your instincts.
Sharon’s experience taught her that it’s important not to judge a book by its cover, while Sean advises future students to fully engage with ACAP’s innovative teaching methods and comprehensive resources.
“I wanted to ensure that I picked the right PLT course that would have a long-term benefit and my first impression was to look at the PLT courses that were there were established longer as I assumed it would be ‘better’. My only advice, as tacky as it sounds, is “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” I felt like I was taking a risk choosing ACAP, but it was the best decision I had made with no regrets.” — Sharon Tate
“My advice to future PLT students would be to embrace the innovative teaching methods, engage actively with the comprehensive resources, and form strong relationships with course leaders and mentors. ACAP is more than an educational institution – it’s a community of professionals dedicated to your academic and professional growth.” — Sean Dong
STUDY YOUR PLT AT ACAP UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
At ACAP, we build knowledge that’s useful, usable and applicable to real-life solutions and real-world change. Education beyond the classroom is our mission as we shape specialists the future needs. Our deep understanding of people and our human-centred teaching philosophy helps develop the enterprise skills that students require in the real world to ensure a healthy career and ongoing career success.
ACAP’s immersive PLT is designed to complement the theoretical knowledge developed at university and provide you with all the practical tools required to succeed in your career.
Learn more about the PLT that opens doors today.