Is there an eligibility limit?

Generally no; students can sit it.

Can I practise right after passing?

A training period and registration are generally required.

Certified Labor Attorney (Korea)

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A Certified Labor Attorney (공인노무사) advises on Korean labour law, files labour and social-insurance documents and represents clients before labour commissions; HRD Korea runs the exam.

Contents

1. Exam
2. Work
3. FAQ
4. References

Exam

Stage 1 is typically multiple choice on labour law, civil law, social insurance law and an elective, with English replaced by an accredited test score such as TOEIC. Stage 2 is essay-based (labour law, HR management, administrative litigation, elective) and Stage 3 is an interview. Exam details change; always check the administering body's current notice.

Work

Unfair dismissal claims (unfair dismissal), industrial accident compensation (industrial accidents), social insurance filings and HR policy advice. Compare with Certified Tax Accountant.

FAQ

Is there an eligibility limit?: Generally no; students can sit it.
Can I practise right after passing?: A training period and registration are generally required.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

Q-Net 큐넷(한국산업인력공단). https://www.q-net.or.kr
고용노동부. https://www.moel.go.kr
공인노무사법, 국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr
근로기준법, 국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr

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