Traditionally many people have thought that all students must be in their late teenage years or early twenties.  With law related courses that is not  necessarily so and in many instances, age  may be a positive benefit as it brings with it a  certain gravitas, an ability to communicate  with others and awareness.  Our students are drawn from all walks of life;  from the active retired looking to enhance their pensions, to those seeking a  mid-life change of career, those starting out without any formal qualifications  and people who are working but wish to add to their skills and knowledge to  plan for their future. We recognise that many students will have  their own families and other responsibilities  and if this is so, and if after enrolment you  feel that you are unable to cope with the  assigned work, speak to your designated  tutor  so that you may apply for an extension. © The Paralegal Academy 2011.