Legal Studies/Paralegal 61 Credit Associate Degree
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.
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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.
* 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.
* 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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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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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.
Admissions Process
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