Associate of Applied Science 

Paralegals play a key role in the complex and exciting legal industry. While lawyers are ultimately responsible for legal work, many tasks are often delegated to paralegals. If you are interested in training for a new career or advancing in the legal industry, an Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies could be the first step on the path to career success.*

 

Typically, our students enroll in this program to pursue a career in a legal environment such as a private law firm, corporation, or government agency. This program offers courses in the basic understanding of the core areas of law and court systems to help you stand out in the competitive job market. As a student of the program, you could learn how to prepare for litigation, provide administrative support during courtroom proceedings, interview witnesses, and research legal issues.

 Career Preparation 

This is your opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to seek a career in the legal field. Our paralegal studies program offers coursework that includes:
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Civil litigation
  • Contracts

 

By obtaining an associate's degree from our paralegal studies program you can seek various entry-level positions in a legal setting including:

  • Paralegal
  • Paralegal assistant
  • Legal assistant
  • Legal specialist
  • Legal secretary
  • Legal receptionist
  • Legal administrative assistant
  • Office administrator
  • Office manager
  • Legal typing

 Program Outcomes 

Upon the completion of this course of study, students should be able to:

 

·         Analyze data and information to ethically assist clients throughout the legal process.

·         Locate and analyze relevant primary and secondary legal sources in electronic and print media.

·         Use investigative techniques to gather information from witnesses and other sources.

·         Use oral and written skills to communicate with participants throughout the legal process.

·         Analyze legal documents and maintain legal schedules.

·         Draft and organize legal documents and records.

·         Prepare and organize pretrial documents and records.

  

 

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