CLC qualification costs at a glance

To qualify and practise as a Licensed Conveyancer or Licensed Probate Practitioner you complete the Level 4 Diploma and then the Level 6 Diploma in your chosen specialism, regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) and awarded with Qualifications Scotland (formerly SQA). Here is what each route costs with Access Law Online.

How much does a CLC qualification cost in total?

With Access Law Online the two diplomas together come to around £4,230, paid level by level rather than all at once. If your goal is to become a CLC Legal Technician (a Conveyancing Technician or Probate Technician), the Level 4 Diploma on its own is enough to register, so your study cost can be as low as £2,310, or less with exemptions. The table below shows the current fees for every route.

Course	Pay in full	Interest-free monthly
Level 4 Diploma in Conveyancing Law & Practice	£2,310	from £192.50/mo (12 months)
Level 6 Diploma in Conveyancing Law & Practice	£1,920	from £160/mo (12 months)
Level 4 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice	£2,310	from £192.50/mo (12 months)
Level 6 Diploma in Probate Law & Practice	£1,920	from £160/mo (12 months)
Individual module (conveyancing or probate)	£745	from £149/mo (5 months)
Conveyancing: An Introduction (short taster course)	£120	one-off
Apprenticeship (Conveyancing or Probate, Level 4 or Level 6)	£0 to you	Employer-funded, you earn a salary

Prices shown are the current published Access Law Online fees and may change. Always check the course page for the latest price before enrolling.

How does that compare with other providers and the solicitor route?

The CLC route is already the budget-friendly way into property and probate law, and Access Law Online sits at the affordable end of CLC providers. The CLC itself notes that approved providers typically charge around £3,500 to £4,000 for the Level 4 Diploma and £3,000 to £3,600 for the Level 6. Our fees come in comfortably below that, with interest-free instalments built in as standard.

Route to qualify	Typical total cost	How you pay
CLC diplomas with Access Law Online	around £4,230	Self-funded, interest-free instalments, or employer-funded
CLC diplomas with a typical provider	£6,500 to £7,600	Self-funded or employer-funded
CLC apprenticeship route	£0 to the learner	Funded by the employer and government
Qualifying as a solicitor	£40,000 to £50,000+	Degree plus SQE, often self-funded

Put simply, you can qualify as a fully regulated property lawyer through the CLC for roughly a tenth of what the solicitor route can cost, and start earning in the field far sooner.

Can I pay for my CLC course in instalments?

Yes. Every Access Law Online diploma can be spread over interest-free monthly instalments, so you never pay a penny more than the headline price. A Level 6 Diploma works out from £160 a month over 12 months, and a Level 4 Diploma from £192.50 a month. Shorter 3 and 5-instalment plans are also available if you would rather clear the balance faster, and individual modules start from £149 a month.

How can I make a CLC qualification cheaper and quicker?

There are three legitimate ways to bring the cost and the timescale down:

1. Claim exemptions for prior learning. If you already hold a law degree, a paralegal qualification, a CILEX qualification or certain other legal awards, you may be exempt from individual units, so you pay for less and finish sooner. Use our free CLC Exemptions Calculator to see exactly which units you could skip before you enrol.
2. Buy individual modules instead of a full diploma. If you only need to fill a gap, or you are exempt from most of a diploma, you can buy individual conveyancing modules or individual probate modules at £745 each rather than paying for the whole qualification.
3. Study at your own pace and finish fast. Because learning is online and flexible, motivated students can move quickly. The CLC confirms both diplomas can be completed in as little as 18 months, with no term dates holding you back. The sooner you finish, the sooner you can be earning as a qualified or registered professional.

Is there a way to qualify for free? CLC apprenticeships

Yes. If you are employed (or can secure a role) in a conveyancing or probate firm, the apprenticeship route costs you nothing. The training is paid for by your employer through their apprenticeship levy, or through government co-investment for smaller employers, and you earn a wage the whole way through. There are no tuition fees for you to find.

The same CLC diplomas sit inside the apprenticeship, so you gain an identical, industry-recognised qualification. Two routes are available:

• Level 4 Legal Technician apprenticeship (Conveyancing or Probate Technician), with a government funding band of up to £10,000.
• Level 6 Licensed Conveyancer or Licensed Probate Practitioner apprenticeship, with a government funding band of up to £18,000.

You can read more on our Conveyancing & Probate Apprenticeships page, or if you are not yet placed, see how to become an apprentice.

Do conveyancing and probate qualifications cost the same?

They do. The Level 4 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice and the Level 4 Diploma in Conveyancing Law & Practice are both £2,310, and the Level 6 diplomas in each specialism are both £1,920. The interest-free instalment plans, the individual module price of £745, and the apprenticeship funding all work in exactly the same way for both routes. So whether you want to become a Licensed Conveyancer or a Licensed Probate Practitioner, the cost of qualifying is identical, and you can claim exemptions against either.

Are there any extra costs beyond the course fees?

We believe in being upfront, so here is the full picture. The diploma fees above are all-inclusive of your course materials, online learning environment, tutor support and exams, with no hidden extras. There are two costs that sit outside your training provider:

• CLC registration and licence fees. When you are ready to register as a Technician, or to apply for your first qualifying licence as a Licensed Conveyancer or Probate Practitioner, you pay a separate fee directly to the CLC. These are set by the regulator, so always check the current figures on the CLC website.
• Practical experience. To gain your first licence you must complete 1,200 hours of qualifying practical experience. This is something you do in a relevant job rather than a fee you pay, and our CLC practical experience guide explains how it works.

CLC qualification cost: frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to qualify with the CLC?

The cheapest route of all is an apprenticeship, because your employer and the government fund the training and you pay nothing. If you are self-funding, the cheapest approach is to claim every exemption you are entitled to and pay only for the units you actually need, using our free exemptions calculator before you enrol.

Do I have to pay the whole fee upfront?

No. Every diploma and module can be split into interest-free monthly instalments, from £160 a month for a Level 6 Diploma. You only ever pay the published course price, never more.

Is the CLC qualification recognised?

Yes. CLC diplomas are nationally recognised qualifications, awarded with Qualifications Scotland and regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers, the specialist property law regulator for England and Wales. A Licensed Conveyancer can do everything a solicitor can do in a conveyancing transaction.

How long does it take to qualify?

Both diplomas can be completed in as little as 18 months of part-time study alongside work, and faster still if exemptions reduce the number of units you need to sit. You then complete 1,200 hours of practical experience before applying for your first licence.

Can my employer pay for my course?

Many do. An employer can fund a self-study diploma directly, or take you on as an apprentice so the training is covered by the apprenticeship levy or government co-investment. Either way it is a low-cost way for a firm to grow its own qualified conveyancers and probate practitioners.

Do I need a degree to start?

No. The Level 4 Diploma has no formal entry requirements and is open to school leavers and career changers alike. A degree is not required, although a law degree or other legal qualification may earn you exemptions that cut your cost and time.

Choose your route and get started

Not sure which route fits you yet? Start with our guide on how to become a Licensed Conveyancer, check what you could save with the CLC Exemptions Calculator, or see how the practical experience requirement works.

Authoritative sources: CLC Conveyancing Diplomas and First Qualifying Licence; GOV.UK apprenticeship funding. Always check the current CLC requirements and fees, as these can change.