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Training

All training by the Institute is provided by the Willwriting Academy Limited.

 For Full, Sponsored and Associate Members who want to take instructions for Wills and to draft Wills.

Introduction to Willwriting Course 

A one-day course held four times each year covering the basics and practicalities of becoming a professional Willwriter and running a successful practice.

Willwriting in Practice Course 

A three-day course, held four times each year, one month before each examination, expanding on the introductory course and equipping the student for a programme of home-study leading up to the examination. The course includes both legal theory and the practical skills necessary to ascertain a client's needs and circumstances in order to provide them with an appropriate Will. 

For Sponsored Members who want to take instructions for Wills only and have their documents drafted by another Institute Member. 

Introduction to Willwriting Course 

A one-day course held four times each year covering the basics and practicalities of becoming a professional Willwriter and running a successful practice.

Will Instruction Taking in Practice Course 

A two-day course, held four times each year, one month before each examination, expanding on the introductory course and equipping the student for a programme of home-study leading up to the examination. The course includes both legal theory and the practical skills necessary to ascertain a client's needs and circumstances in order to provide them with an appropriate Will. 

For Associate Members who want to take instructions only on behalf of an existing Institute member firm.

Will Instructions Course and Examination

A one-day course held on demand covering the basics of taking Will instructions and giving advice to clients. The day ends with a 1 hour written examination paper and a role play taking Will instructions. 

Details of the when the next courses are being held can be found on our events page here