Saturday, September 29, 2007
students in part-time
Working part time
This is where you serve under a training contract on a part time basis, in the same way, as any other employee would work part time.
The period of training must not exceed four years and can not be less than would be served by a trainee in full time employment under a two-year training contract.
The length of the training contract will be calculated in days and half days depending on how many you work each week.
The Law Society provide the following guidance:
Number of days worked per week Length of Training Contract
2½ days 1460 days (4 years)3 days 1216 days3½ days 1043 days4 days 913 days4½ days 811 days5 days 730 days (2 years)
You should realise however that if extra hours such as overtime or weekend work are completed whilst working part time, the time will not be considered in order to reduce the overall term.
This is where you serve under a training contract on a part time basis, in the same way, as any other employee would work part time.
The period of training must not exceed four years and can not be less than would be served by a trainee in full time employment under a two-year training contract.
The length of the training contract will be calculated in days and half days depending on how many you work each week.
The Law Society provide the following guidance:
Number of days worked per week Length of Training Contract
2½ days 1460 days (4 years)3 days 1216 days3½ days 1043 days4 days 913 days4½ days 811 days5 days 730 days (2 years)
You should realise however that if extra hours such as overtime or weekend work are completed whilst working part time, the time will not be considered in order to reduce the overall term.
1 Definition
It is a system whereby you study for the CPE/GDL or LPC and serve under a training contract at the same time.
It allows you to commence training and start earning money whilst at the same lime studying a part time course leading to qualification.
2 How does it work?
Although the contract is expressed as "part time" you will usually effectively work full time in the office and will only be absent to attend study days for the course - On many part time courses this can include weekends.
The length of service required under a part time study contract is no longer than that under a full time contract, if the length of the full time Legal Practice Course (LPC) is taken into account. However only half the time served is considered as "good service" by the Law Society, so that someone in a two year part time contract will only have one year recognised and will be required to arrange a further contract for a year in order to complete the necessary training period.
A trainee who undertakes two consecutive part time courses, for example the last two years of a law degree and the part time LPC, would complete a period of four years of training at the training establishment.
A trainee who completes only the LPC on a part time basis would need to spend three years training at the firm, two part-time and one on a full-time basis.
3 The Training Contract
As with the full time training contract, there is a Law Society prescribed form for the contract a copy of which is in the "Training Trainee Solicitors" Guide, available online (above).
You will need to be on an approved course before the contract can be signed. The contract can not therefore pre-date the date of the part time course. If you are due to commence a course on 1 September the contract must be dated on or after that date.
The contract must be calculated in academic calendar years and would therefore normally run from 2 September 2005 until 1 September 2006, this is the case even though the course is likely to finish in the June before.
The training establishment is not obliged to take you on for the whole of the training period and may well just offer you the training while you are still studying. It is advisable to try to find a firm to take you for the whole of the training period so that your training does not need to be interrupted by moving firms. Make sure you check the offer letter to see whether the training is for all of the training period.
The authorisation and registration requirements are the same as for the full time training contract.
4 Registration of the Training Contract
The training contract must be registered at the Law Society within 28 days of the contract being signed by both you and the firm. Until it is registered you are not a “trainee” and will not be protected by the Training Contract Regulations.
The Law Society will send you notification of registration.
It is a system whereby you study for the CPE/GDL or LPC and serve under a training contract at the same time.
It allows you to commence training and start earning money whilst at the same lime studying a part time course leading to qualification.
2 How does it work?
Although the contract is expressed as "part time" you will usually effectively work full time in the office and will only be absent to attend study days for the course - On many part time courses this can include weekends.
The length of service required under a part time study contract is no longer than that under a full time contract, if the length of the full time Legal Practice Course (LPC) is taken into account. However only half the time served is considered as "good service" by the Law Society, so that someone in a two year part time contract will only have one year recognised and will be required to arrange a further contract for a year in order to complete the necessary training period.
A trainee who undertakes two consecutive part time courses, for example the last two years of a law degree and the part time LPC, would complete a period of four years of training at the training establishment.
A trainee who completes only the LPC on a part time basis would need to spend three years training at the firm, two part-time and one on a full-time basis.
3 The Training Contract
As with the full time training contract, there is a Law Society prescribed form for the contract a copy of which is in the "Training Trainee Solicitors" Guide, available online (above).
You will need to be on an approved course before the contract can be signed. The contract can not therefore pre-date the date of the part time course. If you are due to commence a course on 1 September the contract must be dated on or after that date.
The contract must be calculated in academic calendar years and would therefore normally run from 2 September 2005 until 1 September 2006, this is the case even though the course is likely to finish in the June before.
The training establishment is not obliged to take you on for the whole of the training period and may well just offer you the training while you are still studying. It is advisable to try to find a firm to take you for the whole of the training period so that your training does not need to be interrupted by moving firms. Make sure you check the offer letter to see whether the training is for all of the training period.
The authorisation and registration requirements are the same as for the full time training contract.
4 Registration of the Training Contract
The training contract must be registered at the Law Society within 28 days of the contract being signed by both you and the firm. Until it is registered you are not a “trainee” and will not be protected by the Training Contract Regulations.
The Law Society will send you notification of registration.
PART-TIME STUDY TRAINING CONTRACTS
The following should give you an outline of your role and responsibilities as a trainee and of your training establishment during your training contract. Although the majority of training establishments provide good first class training and the all-important step on the career path, some fall short of their obligations.
The following should give you an outline of your role and responsibilities as a trainee and of your training establishment during your training contract. Although the majority of training establishments provide good first class training and the all-important step on the career path, some fall short of their obligations.
Student life
Students at Radboud University are very eager to promote international contacts. They also realise that when foreign students come to Nijmegen it is essential for them to feel at home. Foreign students are therefore cordially invited to participate on a fully equal basis in a number of student organisations.
Social clubs An academic study should naturally include general, social and cultural education, but also plenty of opportunities for relaxation. These can be found at one of the many social clubs! The social clubs’ atmosphere and activities are quite diverse, so there is something for everyone. All the Nijmegen social clubs are mixed; the debating societies may be either male- or female-only.
Study clubs Most studies have a study- or faculty club. Becoming a member of such a club is a pleasant and efficient way to deepen and broaden one’s knowledge. In addition to this, it is an easy way to get to know one’s fellow students. As a member of a study- or faculty club you can often get study books, or go on excursions, at a discount. In addition, there are study trips to go on, and seminars and lectures to attend. Of course there are also parties, get-togethers and galas on a regular basis. Ideological associationsFor those who are interested in politics or ideology, there is every opportunity to find the club of their choice In Nijmegen, there are four ideological associations that together have some 200 members of various religious convictions. Socialising, making friends and doing things together are most important. Besides this, the members feel it is important to give meaning and expression to their religious convictions.
Cultural societiesDo you like to tango? Would you like to make films, write for cabaret or play in an orchestra? All these things are possible in a cultural society. There are over 15 cultural societies, ensuring that you can get all the cultural enjoyment you need.
Culture on Campus The University is not just for lectures: you can also become acquainted with art and culture. Besides musical performances, cabaret nights and discussion programmes on the CultuurCafé stage, as well as movies, there are also lunch performances, and a daily opportunity to enjoy various exhibitions. Moreover, Culture on the Campus organises festivals in various parts of the campus, as well as working together with the study clubs of RadboudUniversity and the various stages in town.
Students at Radboud University are very eager to promote international contacts. They also realise that when foreign students come to Nijmegen it is essential for them to feel at home. Foreign students are therefore cordially invited to participate on a fully equal basis in a number of student organisations.
Social clubs An academic study should naturally include general, social and cultural education, but also plenty of opportunities for relaxation. These can be found at one of the many social clubs! The social clubs’ atmosphere and activities are quite diverse, so there is something for everyone. All the Nijmegen social clubs are mixed; the debating societies may be either male- or female-only.
Study clubs Most studies have a study- or faculty club. Becoming a member of such a club is a pleasant and efficient way to deepen and broaden one’s knowledge. In addition to this, it is an easy way to get to know one’s fellow students. As a member of a study- or faculty club you can often get study books, or go on excursions, at a discount. In addition, there are study trips to go on, and seminars and lectures to attend. Of course there are also parties, get-togethers and galas on a regular basis. Ideological associationsFor those who are interested in politics or ideology, there is every opportunity to find the club of their choice In Nijmegen, there are four ideological associations that together have some 200 members of various religious convictions. Socialising, making friends and doing things together are most important. Besides this, the members feel it is important to give meaning and expression to their religious convictions.
Cultural societiesDo you like to tango? Would you like to make films, write for cabaret or play in an orchestra? All these things are possible in a cultural society. There are over 15 cultural societies, ensuring that you can get all the cultural enjoyment you need.
Culture on Campus The University is not just for lectures: you can also become acquainted with art and culture. Besides musical performances, cabaret nights and discussion programmes on the CultuurCafé stage, as well as movies, there are also lunch performances, and a daily opportunity to enjoy various exhibitions. Moreover, Culture on the Campus organises festivals in various parts of the campus, as well as working together with the study clubs of RadboudUniversity and the various stages in town.
Financial Matters
Tuition fee and handling feeExchange Students are exempt from paying a contribution to tuition fees and handling fees to the Radboud University Nijmegen. Their payment for tuition fees are made to their own university.
Scholarships The Netherlands Ministry of Education offers several scholarships to nationals from a wide range of countries. Please bear in mind that you cannot apply for these scholarships via Radboud University Nijmegen. For more information on these scholarships and for application forms
Tuition fee and handling feeExchange Students are exempt from paying a contribution to tuition fees and handling fees to the Radboud University Nijmegen. Their payment for tuition fees are made to their own university.
Scholarships The Netherlands Ministry of Education offers several scholarships to nationals from a wide range of countries. Please bear in mind that you cannot apply for these scholarships via Radboud University Nijmegen. For more information on these scholarships and for application forms
Friday, September 28, 2007
true happiness
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Subject: True Happines ACTION PLAN TO ATTAIN TRUE HAPPINESSMost of us have a mistaken notion about happiness. Weequate it with fun and pleasure. Pleasure comes out ofwhat we do and happiness is derived from what we havedone. Fun is what we experience during an act, whilehappiness is what we experience after an act. It is adeeper, more abiding emotion. Pleasure and funhappiness and we finite is infinite. Eating, sleeping,mating and all other fun –filled life like watching atennis match, attending a party in a five-star hotel,traveling in an expensive car may be considered aspleasure and cannot be viewed as a moment ofhappiness. The fun activities referred to above maybring us certain amount of relaxation and make us toforget our pressing problems of life but will neverbring us the true happiness. Many are under theimpression that cine stars are the happiest persons onearth as they can command whatever the luxury theywant. But the fact is that these very people arevictims of depression, alcoholism, drug addictiondivorces and even suicides. Their life is a standingtestimony to prove that what they ‘seem to enjoy’ inlife do not bring real happiness.There are four dimensions of happiness; (A) CreativeActivity (b) Inter-Personal relationship (c) CosmicConsciousness (d) Self –Mastery.(A) CREATIVE ACIVITY: The more we are active,producing tangible results that are useful to thesociety, the greater is the chances for our happiness.When an author writes a book, he derives the greatesthappiness. The monetary reward that he gets in theform of royalty is a pittance when compared to thereal joy of creation. A person who enjoys what he doesis showing the way for true happiness. All those whoattained it and fame are those who concentrated incontributing something useful to the society withoutbothering for monetary returns. They blossom forthinto geniuses in the intimate analysis byconcentrating their total attention in creation. Whenwe create something new, we become like God, who isthe creator of the whole universe. It is not areceiving that we are happy but in giving andcontributing. In yogic parlance, it is stated that aperson who is happy with his work is a karma Yogi.(b) INTER-PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP: When a person has nohatred, jealousy, sentiment, anger, irritation,malice, and not even misunderstanding towards anybody,who is always full of love and affection for everybody is a happy person in this world. Happiness is apositive feeling, which can be shown without anyconsideration. If a person shows love and affectiontowards another person with a view to deriving anybenefit, then is may amount to business and cannot getthe true happiness. It is an attitude of the mind,which can be consciously developed over a period. Whenthe mind reaches a stage of purity of love, affection,sympathy, consideration, empathy, concern, it isfilled with ever flowing happiness and joy. Such aperson is called a Bhakthi yogi.© COSMIS-CONSCIOUSNESS: The world is filled withmysteries and wonders. Do we know for certain why wewere born in a particular place and to certainparents? When do we die? In a train accident many dieand a few escape without any hurt. Can we fathom thereason for the death of so many in such an accident?Some children are born mentally retarded. Why is itso? There are innumerable situations like that forwhich we have no answer. Very recently, many peopledied of earthquake in Maharastra States. Why shouldits happen to such poor and innocent people? What havethey done to deserve such a punishment? Many thingsthat happen like that cannot be explained throughlogical reasoning. We have to simply accept them asthe natural phenomenon. If we worry over such thingsfor which we have no control, we shall be tormentedwith fear and agony. We won’t be able to be happy.Accepting the inevitable is one of the dimensions ofhappiness. Further, do you realize the magnitude ofthe universe? How big is it? There are trillions andtrillions of suns and stars. In the cosmic design, themother earth is a tiny tot. If the earth itself is atiny tot, how big is India and how big are we in thecosmic design? When we develop this kind of cosmicconsciousness, what we get in life is the developmentof the virtue called humility. The more we are humble,the greater is the possibility to attain truehappiness. Saints and seers are the happiest personsin this world as they have developed the sterlingquality of humility. One who has understood themysterious phenomenon of this universe is called aJnana Yogi.(d) SELF-MASTERY: The lasts dimension of happiness isderived from self-mastery. A person who is capable ofcontrolling his body, mind and emotions is said to betruly happy. People who fall easy prey to all sorts ofundesirable habits, like smoking, drinking, drugaddictions are not only wasting their money but becomevictims to a variety of diseases. The more we are ableto have mastery over our self; the possibility ofattaining happiness is greater. Development ofsterling qualities like, purity, honesty, sincerity,loyalty, truthfulness, generosity, confidence,courage, require self-mastery. One who has developedthese virtues could be considered as truly a happyperson. Such a person is a king (‘Raja”) of kings.0 InYogic language he is a Raja Yogi.Happiness is a positive state of the mind, which canbe obtained, paradoxically through sacrifice,suffering and strenuous labor and not in wallowing inluxury and indulging in all kinds of unwantedpleasures. In the ultimate \analysis, Pleasures, maybring suffering, whereas, suffering and sacrifice fora noble cause will crown one with glory and happiness.
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