Credential(s) Offered
Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The online Paralegal Certificate Course provides comprehensive training in preparation of working in the challenging and rapidly growing paralegal profession. This program is designed for those who want to learn more about the American legal system, work in a law office as a paralegal, open a freelance paralegal business, litigate their own cases on a pro se basis, assist retained attorneys in litigating their own cases, or prepare themselves to excel during their first year of law school.
Consists of two sessions: Paralegal I – Provides the foundation for the study of paralegalism. During this part of the course, we will provide a detailed understanding of the American legal system, legal terminology, and ethics. Instruction will include how to prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs and will review the rules of evidence and civil procedure.
Paralegal II – Continues the legal education developed in Paralegal I. This part of the course provides instruction on more advanced paralegal skills including legal research, writing, and proper citation format. Course topics also include how to prepare important legal documents relating to real property, corporations, partnerships, wills, trusts, bankruptcy, and domestic relations. Formal and informal advocacy techniques and principles of appellate procedure will also be covered.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
14
Hours
90
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Massabesic Adult and Community Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Varies
Local WIB
4 - Coastal Counties Local Area 4
Type of Attainment:
Paralegal Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
n/a
Refund Policy
CLS Refund Policy: •Students who enroll for a cla
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$432.00 Does not include shipping costs
In-State Tuition
$1,595.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,595.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$89.00 Westlaw Access
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,116.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,116.00
