Program Description

The Legal Studies/Paralegal Associate Degree program prepares learners to draft and interpret legal documents; select, compile and use technical information; analyze and resolve legal procedural problems; and recognize and manage potential ethical conflicts. In addition, graduates of this program will be able to provide support and prepare attorneys for investigation and interviews.

Topics covered in this program include legal research, legal technology and law office management. This program includes a Paralegal internship where learners will practice the skills and knowledge gained in the program.

Approximate Cost

$9,971
Tuition: $9533 , Books: $438

Starting Salary

$23,691–$51,924
Average, according to Economic Modeling Specialists International

Financial Aid

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Availability

Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.

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at Wausau
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* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.

Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Perform legal research
  • Apply critical thinking skills to address legal issues
  • Demonstrate professionalism in a legal environment
  • Process legal documents
  • Apply ethical principles in a legal environment

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • Legal Secretary
  • Court Clerk
  • Paralegal

Courses

The Legal Studies/Paralegal Associate Degree is a 61 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

First Term

PARALEGAL INTRO/LEGAL ETHICS 3.00
CONTRACTS AND CONSUMER LAW 3.00
LEGAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 2.00
ORAL/INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 3.00
COLLEGE 101 1.00
PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RELATIONS 3.00
INTRO TO PSYCHOLOGY 3.00

Second Term

CIVIL LITIGATION 1 3.00
LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING 3.00
REAL ESTATE LAW 3.00
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION 3.00
MATH WITH BUSINESS APPLICATIONS 3.00

Third Term

FAMILY LAW 3.00
ESTATES AND PROBATE 3.00
PARALEGAL CRIMINAL LAW 3.00
LAW OFFICE ADMINISTRATION 3.00
INTRO TO ETHICS: THEORY & APP 3.00

Fourth Term

CIVIL LITIGATION 2 / TORTS 3.00
LEGAL ASPECTS OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS 2.00
LEGAL WRITING 3.00
PARALEGAL INTERNSHIP 2.00
LEGAL ETHICS / PROFESSIONALISM 3.00
THINK CRITICALLY & CREATIVELY 3.00

* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better.

Credit for Prior Learning Available

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Transfer Information

All associate degrees transfer to a variety of programs at other partner colleges to give you the opportunity to continue your education in other areas of study.

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Additional Information

Licensure/Certification Information

NTC’s Paralegal Associate Degree is designed to meet the State of Wisconsin's certification criteria. However, NTC has not made a determination whether this program meets licensure/certification requirements in states other than Wisconsin. Students who may be seeking professional licensure or certification in states other than Wisconsin should contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to verify that the NTC program meets licensure or certification requirements.

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