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The Ultimate QLTS Preparation Course

Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme

The fast-track route to become a


dual-qualified English solicitor
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QLTS School -
Your Next Step
Key Facts

QLTS School is the market leader for training and consulting services
for the QLTS assessments. We serve individual lawyers and the
world’s top law firms. We are the only training provider focused
exclusively on offering courses for the QLTS since its introduction in
2010. This is what makes our training courses unique:

„„ Flexible, comprehensive and cost-effective course programmes for


all the three parts of the QLTS assessment
„„ Professionally written textbooks that comprehensively cover all subject
areas required by the SRA
„„ Summaries of the main legal concepts and key areas of each subject
„„ Extensive online resources and an advanced online training system
„„ Periodic updates for the course material
„„ Dozens of mock tests covering all three elements of the QLTS
„„ A video library with online tutorials and professional presentations,
available to watch on your computer, iPad, iPhone or Android devices
„„ Practical exercises, skills workshops and personal training
„„ Preparation days and revision courses in London
„„ Expert tutors drawn from University Law Lecturers and SRA External
Examiners on the Legal Practice Course (LPC), experienced in teaching
international candidates for the QLTS assessments
„„ Remote access to LexisLibrary and Westlaw databases, exclusively
offered to our candidates – no need to go to any physical library
„„ Special arrangements and unique programmes to meet the needs
of international candidates

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Key Facts

QLTS School candidates achieve consistently higher pass


rates than those who do not take the course with QLTS
School. We have a proven track record of candidates who
passed all three assessments on their first attempt and are
now dual-qualified English solicitors. You can learn about
the journeys of some of our successful candidates – and
advice on what works and what doesn’t for those on the
road to dual qualification – on our website.

Taking the course with us will give you the confidence and
content you need to ensure that you are fully prepared for
the QLTS assessments. We will help you to boost your
career and transform you into the in-demand lawyer of the
future – a dual-qualified English solicitor.

“The QLTS School team has been absolutely


phenomenal and it is an absolute joy speaking
to them. They have managed our expectations
from the beginning of our conversation and
provided everything we wanted.”

Phillip Westermeyer
Learning and Development Manager
Baker & McKenzie LLP

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What is the QLTS?

The QLTS is the Qualified Lawyers Transfer


Scheme, the fast-track route for international
lawyers, and barristers in England and
Wales, to qualify as English solicitors.

The scheme is administered by the Solicitors Regulation


Authority (SRA), the regulatory body of the The Law
Society of England and Wales, ensuring candidate
assessment is both rigorous and fair.

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Why become an
English solicitor?

There are numerous reasons to become


qualified in English law. While taking the
QLTS will undoubtedly enhance your
legal career, this qualification will also
improve your professional profile and
knowledge, and provide you with diverse
and unique opportunities.

By investing in the QLTS you are investing in


Becoming an English solicitor
yourself – you can work in any international law
may mean:
firm in the world with a base in the UK or other
EU countries. You can practise law cross-border,
work in London or other cities in England, Europe „„ Discovering new career
or further afield. Or you may choose to stay in opportunities
your current jurisdiction and offer additional legal
services to your existing clients. „„ Working as a solicitor in England
and Wales
Whatever your reason for becoming an English
„„ Enhancing your professional
solicitor, you will benefit: English law is held in high
profile, reputation and
esteem; London is among the leading legal centres
marketability in your home
in the world; and as a dual-qualified lawyer, you will
jurisdiction
be a valuable and trusted international legal adviser.
„„ Offering a wider range of legal
services to your clients

„„ Gaining a foothold in the EU


market

„„ Winning more business and


increasing your revenues

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How are you
assessed on
the QLTS?
The full range of skills required to
practise English law are tested on
the QLTS, including oral, written and Assessment Rules

professional. The QLTS assessments „„ Part 1 must be passed before Parts


are designed to test applicants on 2 and 3 are attempted
most of the SRA’s Day One Outcomes „„ Parts 2 and 3 can be taken in any
expected of a solicitor on qualification. order
„„ Candidates are allowed to attempt
each of the three Parts of the
The assessments are divided into three parts:
assessment three times during the
Part 1: Multiple Choice Test (MCT) five-year validity of their Certificate
This tests knowledge and understanding of
of Eligibility
professional conduct, solicitors’ accounts,
financial regulation, property, taxation, business „„ Exemptions can only be granted by
law, contract and tort, the English legal system, the SRA in certain circumstances
constitutional law, equity and trusts, human rights (such as to EEA or intra-UK lawyers)
and EU law. The MCT consists of 180 multiple
choice questions, divided into three-hour periods „„ Candidates are not allowed to
of morning and afternoon sessions, each with use any materials during the
90 questions. assessments

Part 2: Objective Structured Clinical


Examination (OSCE)
This tests interviewing and advocacy skills.

Part 3: Technical Legal Skills Test (TLST)


This tests the skills of legal research, drafting and
writing.

Parts 2 and 3 test the skills in the context of


five areas of practice: Business Law, Civil and
Criminal Litigation, and Property and Probate.

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Are you
eligible to
take the
QLTS?

Applicants who wish to take the


assessments must first obtain a QLTS
Certificate of Eligibility from the SRA.

The Certificate of Eligibility simply confirms that you


are entitled to practise law in your home jurisdiction
and have no criminal record, disciplinary actions or
other issues related to your background. There is no
internship or experience requirement to complete. You
only need to be a Qualified Lawyer in a Recognised
Jurisdiction, and satisfy the English language
requirement.

A fee of £200 or £400 (depending on whether you are


an International Lawyer or an EEA, intra-UK or Swiss
lawyer) is payable to The Law Society for processing
the application. The application form to apply for your
Certificate of Eligibility, including guidance notes, can
be downloaded from our website.

You do not need to have a Certificate of Eligibility to


begin your studies, and you can obtain your Certificate
while preparing to sit the assessments.

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Recognised Jurisdictions

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, you must be
a Qualified Lawyer in a Recognised
Jurisdiction. A list of Recognised Jurisdictions
is published and updated regularly on the
SRA website.
Criteria
English Language Requirement

Applicants for the QLTS will also be


required to show that they have achieved For questions relating to your
the Common European Framework for
eligibility, please contact the SRA:
Reference (CEFR) Level C2 in English. This
can be demonstrated in several ways; for The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
example by passing an English language
The Cube
test with an approved provider (such as the
199 Wharfside Street
academic module of IELTS), or having your
degree assessed by UK NARIC. Birmingham
B1 1RN, UK
If you are a Qualified Lawyer in any of the Tel: + 44(0) 1527 504450
European Economic Area (EEA) countries or in Email: contactcentre@sra.org.uk
Switzerland, you are automatically exempt www.sra.org.uk
from the English language requirement.
Applicants who hold a degree from a The QLTS School provides full guidance
university or college in a country where all and support to all its registered candidates
higher education takes place in English during the issuing process. We are happy
are also exempt from the English language to help at every stage, to ensure that you
requirement. submit the application for your Certificate
of Eligibility properly.
When you submit your application for a
Certificate of Eligibility to the SRA, you will be
asked to provide details of your test results or
a copy of your academic degree certificate.

If you satisfy all the SRA requirements, you


will be issued a QLTS Certificate of Eligibility,
which will be valid for five years from the
date of issue.

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Taking the
Assessments

Test Dates and Venues

The assessments are offered twice a year in the UK (the


MCT is also offered in New York City) by a sole assessment
provider, Kaplan QLTS, which has been appointed by the
SRA.

For test dates, venues, fees and other related information


regarding the assessments, please visit our website or
contact the assessment provider.

Following registration for the QLTS assessments, each


candidate will receive an examinee number, exact locations
of the testing centres and a detailed schedule of the
assessments.

Candidates with special needs should contact the


assessment provider with a request for specific testing
arrangements.

Admission to the Roll of Solicitors

The results of the assessments are made available a few


weeks after the date of the assessments. Once you have
passed the assessments and fulfilled any outstanding
requirements set by the SRA, you may apply for admission
to the Roll of Solicitors of England and Wales and get your
practising certificate.

If you do not intend to practise in England and Wales


following successful completion of the assessments,
you can still maintain your name on the Roll by paying a
nominal annual fee to the SRA.

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Why do you
need a QLTS
course provider?

The assessment provider,


Kaplan QLTS, is not allowed to

What is
provide preparation courses for
the QLTS assessments.

The scope of the material, however, is very


QLTS School?
comprehensive and of a higher standard than
that expected from lawyers who followed the
domestic route for qualification in England. In
addition, you are allowed to attempt each of
the three Parts of the QLTS only three times QLTS School is the premier
during the five-year validity of your Certificate provider of training and
of Eligibility.
consulting services for the QLTS
assessments, for both individual
It is therefore extremely important that you
study for the assessments with a course lawyers and the world’s leading
provider that understands your needs and will law firms.
provide you with the right guidance.

If you want to become an English solicitor, We aim to open up career opportunities


a big factor in determining whether you’ll for professionals like you, to enable you to
pass your QLTS assessments is the course experience new paths, develop your legal
provider itself. Without excellent teaching, knowledge and enhance the services that
informative materials, a support network and you offer your clients.
experienced staff to guide you, passing will be
more difficult. QLTS School offers a dedicated approach
to the QLTS assessments – on which we
are exclusively focused, meaning that
candidates really benefit from an array of
advice and support that is available 24x7.

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The Ultimate
Preparation
Course for QLTS
Assessments

QLTS School offers the most Why take the


comprehensive, affordable and
flexible preparation courses for the QLTS Course
QLTS assessments.
with us?
Our tutors and administrative staff attended
the SRA seminars that were held in London
in May 2011 and July 2012. We have as a
Focus
result designed and developed our Ultimate
We only teach for one test, the QLTS
Preparation Course, the most effective QLTS
assessment.
training available today, which reflects the
SRA’s Day One Outcomes and the examiner’s Experience
requirements. Our tutors and administrative team have been
preparing lawyers for the QLTS assessment
Our courses, which cover each of the three since its introduction in September 2010.
Parts of the assessment, enable you to study
in your preferred environment, at your own Professionalism
pace, and to a schedule most convenient and Our Ultimate Preparation Course is the most
feasible for you – whether at home, in your comprehensive training available today.
office or on the move.
Dedicated Support
We have the best tutors and a dedicated
The Ultimate Preparation Course is intended
administrative team on-hand to teach, answer
specifically for lawyers who are too fast­
your queries and help you get the most from
moving for a face-to-face course, as it can
the course.
save time and lower expenditure without
losing any of the benefits of our professional
Success
guidance.
We have a proven track record of candidates
who successfully passed all QLTS assessments
With us, you study when you want, how at their first attempt. The pass rate of our
you want and where you want. candidates is significantly higher than the overall
pass rate for the assessments.

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The MCT
Course

Our MCT course is designed to build


a strong foundation in the legal
Access to the MCT online training system is
concepts essential for success in the
for 12 months, commencing on the first day of
MCT assessment. The course features: registration, or until you have passed the
MCT, whichever happens first.
„„ 11 comprehensive textbooks specifically
written for the MCT, covering all areas of Why do you need to take a course for
practice required by the SRA the MCT assessment?
„„ MCT Video Library of over 80 online tutorials The MCT is a standardised test with no
with professional presentations, 35+ hours specific or pre-determined pass mark. The
of lectures, available to watch on your pass mark is determined by a ‘Standard
computer, iPad, iPhone or Android devices Setting Panel’ convened by the SRA, based
„„ QLTS Course Handbook explaining the on several criteria, such as the results of other
examinees and the standards expected of a
fundamentals of the QLTS assessments,
newly qualified solicitor. Therefore, you must
course structure, suggested study guide and
excel in your assessment and get a higher
test administration procedures
score than others in order to pass.
„„ Revision notes summarising the key points
and main legal principles in each subject Taking the QLTS School’s MCT course
„„ MCT Question Bank with more than 1,000 will dramatically improve your prospects of
multiple choice practice questions including success and give you a significant advantage
detailed solutions over candidates who have not been studying
through a structured course.
„„ 15 MCT mock tests with intermingled
questions and a time limit similar to the
formal test
“I have recently passed the MCT and had
„„ Free updates for the course materials a great experience with QLTS School.
„„ Optional tutor support, initial guidance and The books were very comprehensive
a tailor made study plan prepared by a and adequately covered the topics of the
senior tutor assessment. The on-going support I received
from the administrative staff was also
The multiple choice questions, mock tests, extremely helpful.”
video library, revision notes and updates for
Chul Won Lee, former QLTS School
the course materials are accessible through
candidate (qualified in South Korea) who
our MCT online training system.
passed the assessments on his first attempt

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QLTS School’s
MCT Video
Library

The most enjoyable and efficient Key Benefits


learning tool to prepare for the „„ Over 80 video lessons with professional
MCT assessment! presentations, spanning 35 + hours of
lectures and providing a broad overview
A Simple Approach – Watch, Learn,
of the SRA syllabus
Practise
„„ Will help you learn and develop a deep
The MCT Video Library makes your
understanding of every subject area,
preparation for the MCT much faster and
allowing you to test confidently and
more convenient, with dozens of video
achieve a higher score
tutorials which guide you from day one of your
studies all the way through to test day.  „„ Learn On The Go – you can watch the
videos anytime, from anywhere in the
The MCT Video Library is based on our
world, on your computer, iPad, iPhone
proven, straightforward and professionally
or Android devices
written textbooks that helped hundreds of
lawyers from all around the world to pass
the MCT on the first attempt.

The videos are an ideal complement to the


textbooks, providing you with further means
to absorb information and developing good,
solid knowledge of the subjects tested in the
MCT assessment. The videos can shorten
your preparation time considerably, helping
you balance your studies with family and
„„ No need to travel to a study venue or
work commitments.
attend expensive classroom lessons
View the free demo of the MCT
„„ Complete a comprehensive overview of
Video Library on our QLTS Video
the entire syllabus in less than a week
Channel and see how you can
Try it Free! quickly get to grips with each „„ Recommended for those who work full-
subject time and therefore have limited time to
prepare for the MCT
Watch Now!

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Fee Structure – MCT
Our most popular

Course Features MCT MCT MCT


Basic Advantage Premium

11 professionally written textbooks


covering Outcomes A1-A11

Over 1,000 multiple choice practice


questions

15 mock tests (90 questions each)


similar to the formal MCT

QLTS Course Handbook

Free periodic updates for the course


materials

Revision notes summarising the main


legal concepts and key areas

Access to the MCT Video Library

2 hours of tutor support

Initial guidance and a tailor-made


study plan prepared by a senior tutor

Fees £890 £1,190 £1,490

The MCT textbooks will be sent to you by special courier. Delivery is free within the UK, £40
to Europe and the U.S. and £90 to other destinations. You will also be provided with a unique
username and password to log into the MCT online training system.
Intra-UK applicants are entitled to a discount in their MCT course fees:
„„ English barristers – £490 (textbooks, videos tutorials, practice questions, revision notes and
mock tests)
„„ Irish solicitors – £390 (special package with the Property Law textbook, video tutorials, revision
notes and 200 multiple choice questions similar to the formal test)
„„ Scottish solicitors – three packages are available: Basic – £590, Advantage – £790, and
Premium – £990

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The OSCE and
TLST Course

While the MCT element merely


tests your knowledge of academic
law, the practical assessments aim
to test higher level of knowledge, QLTS School offers a combined course
understanding and ability to for the OSCE and TLST:
accurately advise clients using „„ An initial interview with one of our senior
a variety of skills in all five legal tutors to assess your experience and level
of training and tuition required
practice areas.
„„ Detailed tailor-made study plan prepared
What makes our OSCE & TLST course by our senior tutor, designed specifically
unique? to meet your personal needs and
requirements
Studying for the OSCE and TLST „„ OSCE and TLST Course Guide
assessments requires more than simply „„ Expert guidance and direct contact with
reading through textbooks or attending experienced tutors during the course
lectures or seminars, as you may have
„„ Exam-type practice questions with answer
done during your formative legal studies.
guides for self-assessment
The focus is firmly on you mastering and
displaying considerable legal knowledge in „„ Free periodic updates for the course
the relevant areas of legal practice, as well materials
as foundation subjects, and successfully „„ Mock tests in the five heads of the
using the skills expected of a practising assessment, with one-to-one tutor feedback
solicitor. based on the SRA marking criteria
„„ Response to general academic enquiries
Our course is therefore designed to bridge
„„ Skills workshop on the weekend before the
the gap between your academic study
assessments
and legal skills, which can only be gained
„„ Personal training with one of our senior
through practical experience.
tutors
From day one an expert tutor will be guiding „„ Networking opportunities and online peer
you through a programme customised for review
your particular needs and goals. Our expert
You can work on your personalised curriculum
tutors are drawn from Qualified Solicitors
from a variety of locations worldwide. The
and Barristers, University Law Lecturers
nature of the course promotes flexible
and SRA External Examiners on the
learning – you will be able to practise the skills
Legal Practice Course.
whenever it suits you – making it ideal for
distance or part-time learners.

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Fee Structure – OSCE and TLST

Course Features OSCE & TLST OSCE & TLST OSCE & TLST
Basic Advantage Premium

An initial interview with one of


our senior tutors

Detailed tailor-made study plan

Course Guide

Expert guidance and direct


contact with your tutor

Exam-type practice questions


with answer guides for self-
assessment

Response to general academic


enquiries

Free periodic updates for the


course materials

Mock tests with online one-to- 5 7 10


one tutor feedback, based on mock tests mock tests mock tests
the SRA marking criteria

Fees £1,390 £1,890 £2,390

The fees for the OSCE and TLST courses individually are £790 each.

You will be using during the course selected LPC and skills textbooks of Oxford University Press, with access
to online resources including video and audio lectures. You will also benefit from exclusive access to OUP
lecturers resources, such as case studies, test banks and video clips, which otherwise may not be available.
The costs of the textbooks and access to online resources of OUP are £160 plus delivery.

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Do you need
further advice?

Our Client Services department will be


pleased to assist you with any enquiries
about the QLTS programme you may
have. Please feel free to contact us at:
How to book your course
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Success Stories of QLTS School’s Candidates

Don’t just take our word for it – here’s what our recent candidates who passed
the assessments on their first attempt say...

Invaluable Resources, Complete Preparation


“I don’t think I would have successfully completed the MCT, OSCE
and TLST, without studying with the QLTS School. The material
they provided were so beneficial for me, that it really prepared
me to know what to expect when it came to the exams. I would
strongly recommend that anyone who is considering taking the QLTS
assessments, study with the QLTS School.”
Sarah Lothian Watch the full
Qualified Lawyer in Australia video interview

Flexible Study Options


“Preparation for the OSCE and TLST is different than the MCT. So reading
textbooks is not enough. This is where QLTS School’s tutors come into play
by making the preparation easier and running mock exams with you. I felt
well prepared when I came to take the assessments. I also like that this is
a self-study course and that you can practise over the Internet.”
Wojciech Baginski
Attorney at Law (New York State), Watch the full
Foreign Lawyer (Poland) video interview

Very Positive Experience, Extremely Helpful Tutors


“My experience with QLTS School was very positive. There was an
enormous number of practice questions so I felt very well prepared
for the MCT assessment. For the OSCE and TLST, I have found my
tutor extremely helpful. She had ideas and tips that I would have not
thought of myself, as the tutor was an experienced exam assessor and
knew exactly what the assessor at the exam would expect of me.”
Sharika Nair Watch the full
Qualified Lawyer in India video interview

Practical Advice, Added Value


“I prepared for the MCT with QLTS School and successfully passed on my
first attempt. I initially decided not to take the preparation course for the
OSCE and TLST with QLTS School, but I had difficulties in preparing on my
own, so I have decided to take the preparation course with QLTS School
again, and then I successfully passed the OSCE and TLST.”
Kyoungho Kim
Dual Qualified Lawyer in South Korea and Watch the full
England and Wales video interview
Build Your Confidence
“QLTS School’s preparation meant I felt at ease during the MCT. In the
OSCE and TLST, as soon as I started the interviewing and the writing,
I felt very confident, because I was very well prepared with QLTS
School.”
Adriana Guerra Speight
Qualified Lawyer in Mexico and Watch the full
Solicitor in England and Wales video interview

Absolutely Necessary to have a Training Course before


Taking the Assessments
“I have found that the mocks exams were very helpful to be done with a
tutor, as well as working together and getting feedback on those exams.
The more exams you can do the better. I have in fact encouraged our
new counsels that are joining our company that they should also take the
Premium Course to be able to have even access to more of those, which I
consider to be essential for the preparation.”
Stephen Kines
Qualified Lawyer in the US (NY and Washington DC) Watch the full
and Canada (Ontario) video interview

Check Your Progress with Practice Assessments


“QLTS School were very good, especially with the MCT mock exams and
the mock interviews for the OSCE. I felt very well prepared when I came
to take the MCT as I worked through many mock exams before the MCT
itself. I would recommend the QLTS School course to anyone who needs
guidance with the materials and the exams in general.”
Tanja Patt
Qualified Lawyer in Germany and Watch the full
Solicitor in England and Wales video interview

Practical, No-Nonsense Advice and Materials


“I think the MCT question bank was very useful. The mock tests
simulated the format and style of the questions in the exam. That
prepared me well for the actual assessment. The summary materials
provided for the MCT were also useful. Being qualified in another
jurisdiction will certainly help my career in the long term.”
Alex McGregor
Qualified Lawyer in Australia and Watch the full
Solicitor in England and Wales video interview

More Success Stories are Available on


QLTS School’s Website

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