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The Willwriting Academy

The Willwriting Academy

Where will writing is concerned, it's vital to ensure that our clients have confidence that they are using a practitioner who is committed to keeping up-to-date with regulation and dedicated to delivering the highest standard of advice. Regular training provided by the Willwriting Academy allows professionals to do just that. 

The Academy, formed in 2009, is the dedicated training service provided by the IPW. All courses are provided by our carefully selected presenters, who are all highly experienced and knowledgeable in their fields. 

We offer high-quality, cost-effective training for all professionals involved in Wills and Probate, whether they are members of the Institute or not. 

The Academy currently hosts courses for both new starters and more experienced professionals, including members and non-members. Wherever you're at in your career, the IPW have a course to suit you. IPW membership will provide you with a network of support and additional tools to enhance your skills - discover how easy it is to become a member by clicking here (link to Joining and Training page)

We are constantly developing new courses and forming strong, professional relationships with experts and influencers within the industry in order to deliver you the best quality courses.

By clicking here you can see detail of our Courses currently offered and book online

Here are some examples of the Courses we run for those initially joining the IPW.

Introduction to Will Writing Course

  • One day, held four times a year
  • Basics and practicalities of becoming a professional Will writer
  • Running a successful practice

Will Writing in Practice Course

  • Specifically for Student Members
  • Three days, held four times a year
  • Required one month before examination
  • Expands on Introduction to Will Writing
  • Equips students for home study
  • Legal theory Practical skills to assess a client's needs and circumstances required for providing an appropriate Will.

Will Instruction Taking in Practice Course

  • For Sponsored Members
  • Two days, held four times a year
  • Required one month before examination
  • Expands on Introduction to Will Writing
  • Equips students for home study
  • Legal theory
  • Practical skills to assess a client's needs and circumstances required for providing an appropriate Will.

Taking Will Instructions Course (and Examination)

  • For Associate members who want to take instructions
  • One day, held on demand
  • Basics of taking instructions and giving advice to clients
  • One-hour written examination
  • Role play assessment

Other Courses available:

The Willwriting Academy Limited runs a range of other specialist courses (open to members and non-members) on topics related to Willwriting and associated advice, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts and Probate.

  • Introduction to Tax Planning
  • Introduction to Will Trusts
  • Advanced Will Trusts
  • Advanced Willwriting
  • Advising Clients with Disabled Beneficiaries
  • Trustees Powers
  • Introduction to Probate and Estate Administration
  • Applying for Deputyship in the Court Of Protection
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney and the Mental Capacity Act
  • Advising Elderly Clients
  • Beginners Guide to Pensions and Protection  

By clicking here you can see detail of ourCourses currently offered and book online