Presented by leading experts in this area, the advanced diploma in law and education takes place over four weekends from late September 2023 to April 2024. Classes are delivered online in a live interactive format on Friday evenings and Saturdays, allowing professionals from all corners of Ireland and beyond to participate.
Over recent years, schools have become a litigious battlefield. Many laws impact the day–to–day running of schools, from admissions policies to liability for negligence, to the place of religion in the classroom. In the modern educational environment, those involved in the provision of education in Ireland must be familiar with this legal matrix. This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive practical knowledge of the law, focusing on domestic and European law in the area.
This advanced diploma attracts principals, primary and secondary school teachers, home school liaison officers, bursars, school management, social care workers, education policymakers, inspectors and regulators, and legal practitioners. Having a diverse group of professionals studying this course together allows participants to learn from each other, especially during tutorials where the law is practically applied. King’s Inns is built on networking and engagement and at the end of the year, students are invited to attend and participate in a law and education symposium encompassing fireside chats and talks. All of this contributes to the learning experience that is King’s Inns.
The designers and lead lecturers of the course are barristers Dr Claire O’Connor BL and Dr Claire Hogan BL. A former teacher, Claire O’Connor specialises in children and education law. Claire Hogan specialises in constitutional, data protection, regulatory and European law.
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A recent graduate described her reasons for signing for the diploma and the benefits: “I chose to study law and education at King’s Inns because of its excellent reputation and reasonable course fees. A colleague recommended the course to me while we were discussing professional development. I wanted to challenge myself while gaining practical knowledge to assist me in my role. The course was delivered online, which suited me as a parent working full-time. The lectures were enjoyable, clear and informative. I particularly enjoyed learning about the Constitution and case law. I would highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to further their professional development or gain an insight into the law.”
This course will attract those educational professionals who seek value for both time and money, as described by one of their graduates: “An absolutely fantastic course – I have recommended it to others. Excellent practical content delivered in a clear, concise, and logical manner by highly–qualified and experienced legal professionals in a very time–efficient manner. Without doubt, the best CPD I have taken part in over a 30–year career in education.”
The course fee is €2,550. There are no admission requirements for this course. However, a place on the highly sought-after course is not secured until the course fee is received in full.
The application deadline for the course is midnight (Irish time) on Friday, September 8, 2023. To view the class schedule and the list of expert speakers for this course - and also apply for this Diploma, visit the King’s Inns website.
About King’s Inns
Based between Henrietta Street and Constitution Hill in Dublin 1, King’s Inns is renowned for professional legal education and training. It is Ireland’s oldest school of law and one of Ireland’s significant historical environments.
As well as educating future and qualified barristers, the school extends its reach to a diverse community of people from legal and non–legal backgrounds offering accessible part-time courses in specialist areas of the law.
With courses taught by expert law practitioners, King’s Inns students include leaders, advocates, innovators, and game-changers, from industries across Ireland and abroad. The school excels in promoting the use of the Irish language in the law.
For more information, please visit kingsinns.ie.