Program Overview
Paralegal Technology
*This program is financial aid eligible.
The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of attorneys by performing routine legal tasks and assisting with substantive legal work. A paralegal/legal assistant may not practice law, give legal advice, or represent clients in a court of law.
Course work includes substantive and procedural legal knowledge in the areas of civil litigation, legal research and writing, real estate, family law, wills, estates, trusts, and commercial law. Required courses also include subjects such as English, mathematics, and computer utilization.
Graduates are trained to assist attorneys in probate work, investigations, public records search, drafting and filing legal documents, research, and office management. Employment opportunities are available in private law firms, governmental agencies, banks, insurance agencies, and other business organizations.
Course work includes substantive and procedural legal knowledge in the areas of civil litigation, legal research and writing, real estate, family law, wills, estates, trusts, and commercial law. Required courses also include subjects such as English, mathematics, and computer utilization.
Graduates are trained to assist attorneys in probate work, investigations, public records search, drafting and filing legal documents, research, and office management. Employment opportunities are available in private law firms, governmental agencies, banks, insurance agencies, and other business organizations.
Next Application Deadline is
Oct 09
Estimated Tuition & Fees
$5320.00
Location
Main Campus
Credit Hours
71
Program Stats
Average Salary
$45,760
Average Class Size
16
Estimated Completion Time
20-24 months
Current and Upcoming Course Offerings
| Course Number | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| ACC-115 | College Accounting | 4 |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| COM-231 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| ENG-112 | Writing and Research in the Disciplines | 3 |
| LEX-110 | Intro to Paralegal Study | 2 |
| LEX-120 | Legal Research/Writing I | 3 |
| LEX-130 | Civil Injuries | 3 |
| LEX-140 | Civil Litigation I | 3 |
| LEX-210 | Real Property I | 3 |
| LEX-250 | Wills, Estates, & Trusts | 3 |
| LEX-260 | Bankruptcy and Collections | 3 |
| LEX-285 | Workers' Compensation Law | 2 |
| MAT-110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3 |
| WBL-110 | World of Work | 1 |
| WBL-111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1 |