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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Paralegal/Legal Assistant and enter the workforce. Students explore legal ethics, civil litigation, legal research and writing, and e-discovery and litigation technology. This certificate program prepares students for an entry-level career as a legal assistant in a law firm, corporate or government agency setting. This program allows for technical training in the paralegal field and to work effectively with computers and legal research.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| PAR 115 | Introduction to Law | 3 |
| PAR 127 | Legal Ethics | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | PAR 116, PAR 118, PAR 125, or PAR 206 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | PAR 116, PAR 118, PAR 125, or PAR 206 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Note: Students may apply ENG 122 (Composition II - 3 credits) toward the ENG 121 (Composition I - 3 credits) requirement. Students seeking the Paralegal Assistant AAS degree MUST complete BOTH ENG 121 AND ENG 122 requirements.
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.