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Diploma of National Indigenous Legal Advocacy (30732QLD)

Tranby's Diploma of National Indigenous Legal Advocacy (NILA) is a nationally accredited, Abstudy approved course, offered at no cost to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people based anywhere in Australia. Recognition of prior learning may be granted on an individual basis. The course is delivered in block release study periods over two years.

The Diploma was developed as part of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission National Indigenous Legal Curriculum Development Project. This was in response to one of the recommendations of the Royal Commission Into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. It is ideal for those currently working, or wanting to work, as legal field officers. However, it is also suitable for anyone seeking general legal knowledge for use in their communities; and those who would like to continue on with tertiary- level studies in law.

Topics are worked through both off-campus and at Tranby, with the support of facilitators, mentors and tutors. The Diploma is hands-on, practical, and directly related to the legal needs of Indigenous communities, covering both criminal and civil law.

Course units:

Gather information in legal systems to assist in routine responsibilities

Provide advice to clients

Provide assistance to people seeking support when detained or in an arrest situation

Assist persons seeking bail

Provide assistance to Indigenous people maintaining the importance of land and culture

Advocate for clients in care or custody or in need of assistance

Support clients needing legal assistance

Utilise ethical standards when dealing with clients

Promote access and equity with Indigenous clients in the legal system

Manage effective communication processes for legal work

Manage responsibilities in relation to law reform

Promote Indigenous legal perspectives

Provide mediation for clients needing legal advice

Manage responsibilities for court appearances

Represent your organisation

Maintain workplace safety

Develop keyboard skills

Create and use simple spreadsheets

Create & use databases

Provide support in family law matters

Research, locate and provide legal and other information in response to requests

Utilise specialist communication skills

Recognise and respond to domestic and family violence

Maintain an effective work environment

Coordinate the work environment

Provide for care and protection of clients in specific need

Manage conflict through negotiation

Access the Internet

Develop community networks

Provide first aid

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