Subject Intent

The Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Law is an Applied General qualification for Post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the legal sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to provide a detailed introduction to the legal sector.

The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it supports progression to higher education. It includes the opportunity to develop the research, communication, presentation, decision-making and critical-thinking skills valued by higher education. In addition, employers have been involved and consulted in order to confirm that the content is appropriate and consistent with current practice for learners planning to enter employment directly in the legal sector.

What are the key skills of a lawyer?

As a student you will develop key skills such as problem solving, critical analysis, evaluative skills and research skills, which are essential to succeed in higher education and desirable to employers. Studying BTEC Law will equip you with skills that are highly regarded in the field of Law. Such as research skills, time management skills, the ability to work as a team and to work independently within deadlines.