Law Clerk (Accelerated) (LCKA) at Seneca Polytechnic - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-07-09

Program overview

The Law Clerk (Accelerated) program at Seneca is designed for individuals with prior education who wish to fast-track their career in the legal field. This program prepares students to work under the supervision of a lawyer in a dynamic legal environment. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and ethics, along with practical training that ensures success in the workplace. The curriculum encompasses various areas of law, including criminal, immigration, intellectual property, personal injury, real estate, corporate, commercial, and family law, as well as litigation, wills, and estates. A strong emphasis is placed on developing technological skills essential for modern legal practice.

Program structure

The Law Clerk (Accelerated) program is structured to be completed in 2 semesters (9 months). It offers a flexible delivery format, allowing students to choose between in-person and online learning options. Key features of the program include:

Field placement opportunity at the end of the final semester, providing 20 days of unpaid practical work experience.
Part-time study option available for those who may need a more flexible schedule.
Engagement with current law clerks, industry experts, and legal recruiters through workshops and events.
Courses delivered in a flexible format, combining in-person and online learning.

This program meets the eligibility requirements for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), allowing international students to gain valuable work experience in Canada after graduation.

Featured Experiences

The Law Clerk (Accelerated) program offers a variety of unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

Unpaid field placement providing real-world experience and networking opportunities.
Workshops and events featuring current law clerks and legal professionals.
Mock courtroom sessions for hands-on practical experience.
Field trips to law firms and courts to observe legal processes in action.
Career preparation events to help students transition into the workforce.

Career Options

Graduates of the Law Clerk (Accelerated) program can explore a variety of career opportunities in Canada, including:

Law Clerk: Assist lawyers in preparing legal documents, conducting research, and managing case files.
Legal Assistant: Provide administrative support in law firms, including scheduling appointments and maintaining client records.
Corporate Legal Department Staff: Work within a corporation's legal team to ensure compliance and manage legal risks.
Government Legal Services: Assist in legal matters for government agencies, including policy development and compliance.
Paralegal: Support lawyers in various legal tasks, including client interviews and document preparation.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-09

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Law Clerk (Accelerated) program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant.
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course.

To take advantage of this accelerated program option, the following prior education is required:

Ontario university or college degree or equivalent, or an Ontario college diploma or equivalent.

Applicants with at least two years of successful completion of postsecondary credits may also be considered. If you are a high school applicant or have not previously studied at a postsecondary institution, explore our Law Clerk (LCK) program.

Internationally Educated Domestic Applicants

Applicants with credentials from outside of Canada must provide a "course-by-course" credential assessment from a recognized agency such as WES (World Education Services) or ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service), including a Postsecondary English course or equivalent.

Postsecondary English course equivalency can be demonstrated through the following:

If your credential is from an institution and country where English is the primary language (Canada or one of the countries listed), you can use your completed postsecondary credential to demonstrate English course equivalency.
If your credential is from a country where English is not the primary language, you may be eligible to take COM101 to meet the English language requirement.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

All applicants to Seneca must be well prepared to study in English. If you are coming from a country where English is not the primary language, you must show one of the following:

Successful completion of a minimum of two years of full-time study in a school and country where English is the primary language
Successful completion of a minimum of one year of full-time study at the postsecondary level in an institution and country where English is the primary language
Successful completion of an intensive English program
English proficiency test scores from one of the international English language testing bodies listed below. Only tests taken in the last two years are considered valid

Please note that the requirements below are the minimum cut-offs and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Highly competitive program seats will be offered to the most highly qualified applicants based on ranking from highest to lowest.

Tests	Certificate Programs	Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs	Degree Programs	Graduate Certificate Programs
CAEL CE and CAEL online	Minimum 60	Minimum 60	Minimum 70 (Writing no less than 60)	Minimum 70 (Writing no less than 60)
Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE)	Minimum 169 with no skill below 162	Minimum 169 with no skill below 162	Minimum 176 with no skill below 169	Minimum 176 with no skill below 169
Duolingo	Minimum score 105 to 110	Minimum score 105 to 110	Minimum score 115 to 120	Minimum score 120 to 125
IELTS Academic	Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5	Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5	Minimum 6.5 with no skill below 6.0	Minimum 6.5 with no skill below 6.0
PTE Academic	Minimum score 58	Minimum score 58	Minimum score 60	Minimum score 60
TOEFL iBT (including MyBest TOEFL and Home Edition)	Minimum 80 with no skill below 20	Minimum 80 with no skill below 20	Minimum 84 with no skill below 21	Minimum 88 with no skill below 22
TOEFL Revised Paper Delivered	No skill below 20	No skill below 20	No skill below 21	No skill below 22

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!