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Court Clerk Program Training

SAQA US AATICD-0020 | NQF 5 | Credits 6 | Duration 3 Days
From $713 per delegate

Description

This course equips court clerks with the essential skills and knowledge required to perform their duties efficiently and professionally within the South African judicial system. It covers the core functions of a court clerk, including case flow management, record keeping, and courtroom procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply the principles of court structure and jurisdiction to manage case files correctly.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in preparing and managing court documents and records in line with legal requirements.
  • Implement effective case flow management techniques to schedule and track court proceedings.
  • Apply courtroom procedures and etiquette to support the judiciary during hearings and trials.
  • Evaluate the role of technology in court administration and utilise relevant systems for record keeping.
  • Demonstrate professional conduct and ethical behaviour in all court-related interactions.

Target Audience

This course is designed for individuals seeking to enter the court clerk profession or current court clerks who wish to formalise and enhance their skills. It is also suitable for administrative staff working within legal environments who want to specialise in court operations.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of the Court System and the Role of the Court Clerk

Objectives:
• Explain the structure of the South African court system and the hierarchy of courts.
• Identify the key roles and responsibilities of a court clerk within the judicial process.
• Describe the principles of courtroom decorum, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Understand the legal terminology and documentation used in court proceedings.
• Outline the importance of accurate record-keeping and case management.

Topics:
• Overview of the South African judicial system
• The role and duties of a court clerk
• Courtroom structure and personnel
• Ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Legal terminology and abbreviations
• Introduction to court documents and forms
• Case flow management basics
• Communication skills for court clerks

Day 2: Court Procedures, Documentation, and Case Management

Objectives:
• Describe the steps in criminal and civil case procedures.
• Prepare and manage court documents accurately, including summonses, warrants, and judgments.
• Apply effective case scheduling and docket management techniques.
• Use court management systems for recording and retrieving case information.
• Demonstrate proper handling of exhibits, evidence, and court records.

Topics:
• Criminal case procedure: from arrest to trial
• Civil case procedure: from filing to judgment
• Document preparation: summonses, warrants, subpoenas, and orders
• Record-keeping and case file management
• Court management systems (CMS) and electronic filing
• Scheduling and docket management
• Handling exhibits and evidence
• Bail and sentencing procedures

Day 3: Advanced Applications, Professional Practice, and Integration

Objectives:
• Apply advanced court clerk skills in complex scenarios, including trials and appeals.
• Manage courtroom technology and digital recording systems.
• Demonstrate effective communication with judges, attorneys, and the public.
• Apply legal ethics and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Integrate all skills in a simulated court environment.

Topics:
• Trial procedures and courtroom technology
• Managing appeals and post-trial processes
• Advanced case management and problem-solving
• Communication and conflict resolution in the courtroom
• Professional development and career pathways
• Ethics and confidentiality in complex cases
• Review and integration of all skills
• Final assessment and feedback

Practicals

8 hours of practicals To be conducted online or on-campus or in-house
Overview

The practicals provide hands-on experience in court document preparation, case management, and courtroom simulations. Learners will apply their knowledge in realistic scenarios to build confidence and competence in the role of a court clerk.

Practical Activities
  • Practical 1: Court Document Preparation — Learners will practice completing and filing common court documents, such as summonses and warrants, using templates and case scenarios. (2h)
  • Practical 2: Case Management and Docketing — Learners will use a simulated case management system to schedule hearings, track case progress, and manage court records. (2h)
  • Practical 3: Courtroom Simulation - Moot Court — Learners will participate in a simulated court session, taking on the role of court clerk to manage proceedings, record minutes, and handle exhibits. (4h)

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course via daily exercises, scored practical assignments, and a final summative test at the end.

Practical Assignments — 30%

Practical assignments are observed and scored against a rubric during the practical sessions. Each delegate's practical mark is averaged into a single 100% score and contributes 30% to the final total.

Daily Exercises — 20%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 20% to the final total.

Final Test — 50%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 50% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Practical Assignments (rubric-scored) 100% 30%
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 20%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 50%
Final Total — 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Practicals 30% + Daily Average 20% + Final Test 50%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
5 3% off
10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 40% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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Training Discounts
Delegates Discount
5 3% off
10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 40% off
100 40% off

3% off per 5 delegates, up to 40% for 100+

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