The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) is an accreditation created by The Law Society for conveyancers to show they're a qualified and trusted conveyancing practice. Firms apply for accreditation with the Law Society then complete a series of courses.
š Note: The Law Society approved the launch of the 2026 CQS courses on 26 February 2026.
CQS courses
Core courses
The available CQS core courses are listed below.
Core Financial Crime
Core Protocol in Practice
Update courses
The CQS update courses are listed below.
Risk, Compliance and Client Care
Conveyancing Practice
Follow the relevant guidance to register users to the courses.
š Note: CQS Role of the SRO is only available to purchase directly from the Law Society.
CPD for CQS
CQS courses are rewarded for the CPD in time spent, 1 hour equals 1 CPD point, as detailed below.
CQS Protocol in Practice equals 1 hour.
CQS Financial Crime equals 1 hour 15 minutes.
CQS Conveyancing Practice (2026 Update) equals 1 hour 20 minutes.
CQS Risk, Compliance and Client Care (2026 Update) equals 1 hour 40 minutes.
Proof of completion for Law Society
Once you have completed your CQS courses, you need to send proof of completion to the Law Society.
To do this, create a new report using relevant criteria or utilise available default reports.
CQS course resets
Due to rules stipulated by the Law Society, if you don't achieve the pass score of a CQS course after three attempts, an administrator needs to request a reset to attempt the course again.
ā ļø Important: The course must be completed in its entirety after being reset.
The administrator should speak with the support team directly, referencing the title of this article and including the following details. Administrators can contact the Support team through the in-product chat or other designated support channels for assistance.
Userās full name.
Firm name.
Site URL.
Exact name of the CQS activity or course.
Once the support team receives the request and the necessary details, they process the reset. After the reset, the user can retake the course from the beginning.
Purchasing CQS
Existing client
To purchase the courses, contact the Renewals team at [email protected] or contact your Account Manager directly.
New client
Complete our quick and easy online form to request a quote.
Alternatively, contact the New Business Team at [email protected] or 0845 345 3300.
Contract queries
To check the number of licences you have, or to discuss renewal or cancellation, contact your Account Manager.