Paralegal Studies, Certificate

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The paralegal studies certificate consists of specialized courses as well as general education offerings. It has two basic goals: first, to upgrade the job performance of the paralegal practitioner, and second, to initiate the professional career development of those entering the paralegal field.

Students who opt for a degree may apply the 33 credits from this one-year certificate program to the associate of arts degree in paralegal studies program.

Program Requirements (27 Credits)

ENG 101 - English Composition (3 Credits)
IST 102 - Introduction to Information Technology (3 Credits)
PLS 101 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies (3 Credits)
PLS 102 - Legal Research (3 Credits)
PLS 103 - Legal Writing and Documents (3 Credits)
PLS 104 - Principles of Litigation (3 Credits)
PLS 105 - Contracts and Torts (3 Credits)
PLS 203 - Domestic Relations (3 Credits)
PSY 101 - General Psychology (3 Credits)

Electives (6 credits)

Select two courses from the following list:

ADJ 201 - Law Enforcement and the Community (3 Credits)
ADJ 203 - Criminal Law (3 Credits)
BUS 104 - Legal Environment of Business (3 Credits)
POL 101 - American Government (3 Credits)
PLS 207 - Real Estate Law (3 Credits)
PLS 269 - Internship I (3 Credits)

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Paralegal Studies, Certificate

Program Requirements (27 Credits)

Electives (6 credits)

Certificate Requirement (33 Credits)