PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING NSW
ATTENDANCE EXEMPTION COURSE
Details
Available
From 1 March 2026 (NSW only)
Duration
30 weeks
Pace
15-20 hrs study per week
Attendance
5 days online
Course Fee
Domestic $9,200 / International $13,270
New rules from the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) NSW require students to attend 15 days of on-campus workshops for Practical Legal Training (PLT), unless you qualify for special circumstances or have a disability.
If you do, you can request to attend online workshops instead. The College offers several courses throughout the year with this option.
ELIGIBILITY
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| Disability (in compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth)) |
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| Extreme financial hardship |
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| Illness and injury |
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| Carer responsibilities |
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HOW TO ENROL
Applying for the Attendance Exemption Course is simple.
- Check your eligibility
Review the Exemption Rules and Criteria to make sure you qualify. - Prepare your documents
You’ll need to provide supporting evidence for your exemption reason — for example, a medical certificate or statement from your employer or carer. - Complete your application form
Fill out the online form and upload your documentation when prompted. - Wait for confirmation
We’ll review your application and contact you within 10 business days to confirm the outcome or request any additional information.
Need help? Book a time to chat or submit an enquiry, we can guide you through the process.
FAQs
Yes, unless you’re enrolled in the Attendance Exemption Course, all students must attend 15 days' on-campus workshops. These workshops are a required part of PLT under the new mandatory LPAB regulations and are designed to help you build practical, hands-on legal skills.
If you miss any workshop days, you’ll need to make them up at another time. This can delay your course, and in some cases, you may need to repeat subjects or transfer to a later intake.
You can still complete your PLT by enrolling in one of our NSW courses that include 15 days' on-campus workshops.
These courses are available in Sydney, Parramatta, Armidale, Wollongong, Lismore, and Coffs Harbour, and combine flexible online study with practical, face-to-face learning.
You can choose the workshop format that best fits your schedule:
- 3 weeks on campus
- 2 weeks + 5 days on campus (choose Monday, Wednesday, or Friday)
- 1 week + 10 days on campus (choose Monday, Wednesday, or Friday)
If you’re not eligible for the Attendance Exemption course but are worried about attending the 15 days' workshops, please reach out to us before applying.
Our team can talk through your situation, explore your study options, and help you find a solution, whether that’s a different course location, timing, or study format.
Contact Student Services at 1300 856 111, submit an enquiry, or book a time to chat.
No, if you’re enrolled in the Attendance Exemption Course, you won’t need to attend the 15 days' on-campus workshops.
Instead, you’ll join five days of online workshops, where participation is mandatory. These sessions are designed to help you build confidence and practical skills in a supportive, interactive environment, all from home.
You’ll still connect with your facilitator and classmates, take part in hands-on activities, and get the same guidance and feedback as students attending in person.
The criteria for attendance exemptions are set by the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB), which oversees PLT in New South Wales.
All PLT providers follow the same guidelines, and the College applies them fairly and consistently with flexible options to suit your lifestyle.
Our Student Services team is here to support you.
You can book a call, submit an enquiry, or reach us directly at 1300 856 111 or support@collaw.edu.au – we’ll guide you through the process and help you find the best option for your situation.
