Programs & Areas of Study
Associate's Degree: Paralegal
Graduates of this program will have a basic understanding of the core areas of law and the court system. They will be able to draft routine pleadings and other legal documents, interview clients, conduct independent research of non-legal matters, conduct legal research of simple legal questions, and draft legal memoranda.
Program Core Courses - What You'll Study
- Legal Office Procedures
- Introduction to Paralegal Studies
- Legal Research & Writing
- Wills, Probates, and Trusts
- Family Law
- Torts and Personal Injury
- Pretrial Discovery & Trial Preparation
- Sales and Contract Law
- Medical Records Analysis
- Bankruptcy and Collections Procedures
- Administrative Law
- Real Estate Practices
- Criminal Law and Procedure
Career Opportunities in Paralegal
Graduates of this program will be eligible to take the credentialing exam to become a Certified Legal Assistant.
This program is offered at the following campuses:
In Virginia:
In Ohio:
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Spotlight on Success
I Can Do It!
Leann Mimms, a November 2007 graduate and medical assistant for Gold Skin Care in Nashville, comes from a family with several medical professionals, including an aunt who is a registered nurse and a cousin who is a physician assistant. So it’s no surprise that after high school, she set her sights on a medical career.
