Certificate in Paralegal Studies Download the Degree Worksheet

IrisThe certificate in Paralegal Studies prepares students for employment as legal assistants in a variety of settings, including law offices, district and magistrate courts, and private and public business sectors. Students are introduced to an overview of the legal system and opportunities for practice and advanced study.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Writing and Speaking - 6 Credit Hours

ENGL 101 Composition I: Exposition
CJ 101 Introduction to Communications
OR
CJ 130 Public Speaking

Computing - 3 Credit Hours

CS 150L Computing for Business 3

Paralegal Courses - 15 Crtedit Hours

PLTR 101 Intro to Paralegal Studies
PLTR 102 Legal Research/Writing
PLTR 104 Business Law I
PLTR 107 Civil Procedure
CRJS 201 Criminal Law I

Program Electives - 6 Credit Hours
Choose two (2) from the following:
PLTR 108, 109;
PSY 105;
or select any paralegal, criminal justice, or otherapproved class.

 

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED: 30