Standard of competence
This document details the three main areas that are considered as part of the competence assessment. It will explain in more detail what the assessors are looking for in terms of underpinning knowledge, underpinning skills and Standards of Performance.

Portfolio guidance
This document provides you with guidance to enable you to correctly complete your portfolio. It is full of useful tips and pointers and examples of what makes a good portfolio submission.

Duty Solicitor Guidance
A document explaining the Duty Solicitor arrangements. It explains all about the role of the duty solicitor both at the police station and at the magistrate’s courts.

Use of interpreters in criminal cases
During the course of a criminal case, you may have to arrange a language or sign language interpreter for your client. This practice note advises practitioners on the use of interpreter’s pre-trial in the police station and in court.