Is This the Right Programme for You?

At FLC, we run a unique programme which combines SQE training with immediate access to Qualifying Work Experience.

Part of the reason that many students find the SQE examination so difficult is that they have have had no chance to apply their learning in a practical setting. Our course fixes that.

We’re looking for individuals with passion, potential, and commitment—those who want to dedicate themselves to meaningful legal work and see the law as a tool to drive positive change in the world.

This Programme Is for You If You Are:

1. Committed to gaining immediate work experience.
   From the start of the programme, you’ll immerse yourself in full-time clinical legal work for a minimum of nine months, gaining hands-on experience with real clients and cases.
2. Eager to receive comprehensive SQE training.
   Our teaching programme provides detailed preparation for both SQE1 and SQE2, ensuring you master both legal knowledge and practical skills.
3. Motivated to help vulnerable people.
   You’ll work on cases that have a direct impact on people’s lives, including those involving housing, welfare, and domestic violence.
4. Ready to prove yourself in a challenging environment.
   This programme demands dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence. If you thrive on challenges, you’ll excel here.

Programme Structure

Our SQE and QWE Combined Programme is structured to help you succeed not only in passing the SQE exams but also in developing the skills and experience needed to thrive as a solicitor.

Key Components of the Programme

1. Weekly SQE Teaching

You’ll attend five hours of weekly SQE teaching, conveniently scheduled outside office hours to accommodate your other commitments. Our teaching is designed to provide in-depth knowledge of both SQE1 and SQE2, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the exams.

2. Full-Time Clinical Legal Work

For a minimum of nine months, you’ll engage in full-time clinical work, gaining hands-on experience while accumulating your Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). This practical work will expose you to real-life legal challenges and help you develop the professional skills necessary for a successful legal career.

3. Specialist Professional Modules

Our programme includes focused modules on critical areas of law, including:

• Complex Criminal Appeals
• Public Law and Civil Liberties
• Fitness to Practise
• Domestic Violence
• Welfare and Housing

These modules are designed to equip you with the expertise to handle cases in some of the most impactful areas of law.

4. Two Cycles of Teaching

You’ll benefit from two comprehensive teaching cycles:

• Knowledge Seminars: Build a strong foundation in legal concepts and principles.
• Revision Sessions: Prepare intensively for the SQE exams with targeted revision sessions leading up to the exam dates.

5. One Year of Training and Support

Once you join the programme, you’ll train with us for at least a year. This ensures you have ample time to prepare for SQE1, gain practical experience, and develop the skills necessary to excel as a solicitor.

Start Dates for 2025

We’re offering multiple start dates throughout 2025 to provide flexibility for our students. Choose the date that works best for you:

• 3rd February 2025
• 17th March 2025
• 21st April 2025
• 1st September 2025
• 13th October 2025

What We’re Looking For in Applicants

At FLC, we’re looking for more than just academic qualifications. We’re seeking individuals who have the drive and determination to excel in a demanding and meaningful environment.

Do You Have What It Takes?

Ask yourself the following questions:

1. Am I capable of working extremely hard?
   This programme requires dedication and a strong work ethic.
2. Am I willing to go the extra mile for clients?
   You’ll work with vulnerable clients who rely on you to advocate for them and achieve justice.
3. Am I passionate about making a difference?
   We’re looking for individuals who see the law as a way to create positive change in the world.

Sign up via www.freedomlawclinic.org or reach out on WhatsApp for a prospectus.