Paralegal and Advanced Paralegal

Overview

This fully online, nationally acclaimed program is designed to educate those who seek to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. The instruction is practice oriented and related to those areas of the law in which paralegals are most in demand. The paralegal certificate program will teach you how to work as a full-time or part-time paralegal, or how to open your own freelance business. This program is open to the community, has no prerequisites and requires no application.

Program Details

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AUDIENCE

This program is designed for beginning as well as advanced legal workers or those interested in pursuing career options in this field.

SCHEDULE, REGISTRATION & FEES

Course	Dates	Registration
Paralegal	Check registration website for the next session start date
Advanced Paralegal	Check registration website for the next session start date

Course Details

Time: Seven-week sessions
Duration: 360 clock hours, six to nine months
Location: Online
CEU: 36
Funding: MyCAA, Workers’ Comp, Department of Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehab, Military
Learn from industry experts in a flexible, self-paced format
Get personalized support from a dedicated student advisor
Fees may include voucher for industry certification exam

Please note: All rates are subject to change without notice.

COURSE TOPICS

Paralegal Certificate Course

An introduction to paralegal studies, providing the foundation for the study of becoming a paralegal. During the seven-week course, you will gain an understanding of the American legal system and learn how you can be of assistance in the field of law.

90 hours/9 CEU

Advanced Paralegal Certificate Course

This course will provide you with a working knowledge of legal authority: how it is used in the litigation process and how to locate it through legal research. You will also learn the basics of law office management, substantive law (such as criminal law, domestic relations, real property law and bankruptcy), and informal and formal advocacy.

270 hours/27 CEU
FAQ
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Cohorts Start Often

New cohorts begin six times per year and lasts just seven weeks

Prepare for Paralegal Roles

This fully online program is designed for those seeing to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, assist in case preparation and more

Study on Your Time

Online classes are available virtually anytime to fit your busy schedule

No Prerequisites

This certificate program will teach you how to work as a full-time or part-time paralegal and is open to the community with no prerequisites or application, just sign up to get started

Employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the national average.

– Bureau of Labor Statistics