Specialist Lawyer Course in Criminal Law
This course is recognized by the Chamber and bears the ZFU seal of approval. It qualifies you for the title of specialist lawyer in accordance with the regulations of the Specialist Lawyers’ Act. You will acquire specialized theoretical knowledge, as required by Sections 4 para. 1 and 13 FAO, by completing subject-related assignments via independent distance learning combined with continuous assessments. To successfully complete the course you will need to pass three five-hour written performance assessments from the various areas of the course in accordance with Section 4a FAO.
Profile
Qualification: | Your certificate of attendance can be used to prove to the competent bar association that you have acquired the special knowledge in criminal law required for the title of specialist lawyer (Sections 4 para. 1, 13 FAO). After successful participation you will receive a certificate from the “Institut für wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung” of the FernUniversität in Hagen, which is a proof of achievement in the sense of Sections 6, 14 FAO. |
Study duration: | 2 semesters |
Start of studies: | possible at any time |
Costs: | €1,990 (discounted price: 10%*) |
Target Groups
The specialist lawyer training in criminal law is aimed at lawyers and trainee lawyers who wish to specialize in the field of criminal law in order to expand their professional opportunities.
Career Prospects
The specialist lawyer training in criminal law is a lawyer-specific specialist course that prepares you to become a specialist lawyer in criminal law by distance learning. The course provides the necessary “special knowledge in criminal law” (Sections 4 Para. 1, 13 FAO).
Further Information and Application
Visit us on our website. You will find all the additional information you need there and can register directly for the program.

Questions about Studying
Ass.-jur. Michael Wolf
Email: recht-weiterbildung
Phone: +49 2331 987 2226
Office hours: Mon - Fri: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.