Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Paralegal Studies program is designed to prepare students for positions as paralegals in the legal and business fields. Individuals who are already employed in the legal field and seeking advancement opportunities may also select this program of study. Paralegals work under the supervision of an attorney and their work includes preparing legal documents, researching and compiling information, and communicating with clients. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as computer literacy skills, are important to the paralegal.
Credit Hours Required: 61
AAS General Education Requirements (19 credits)
College Composition or Applied Communication Credits: 6
Mathematics Credits: 3
Physical and Biological Sciences Credits: 4
Arts and Humanities AND/OR Social and Behavioral Sciences Credits: 6
Program Requirements
LAW 100 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies Credits: 3
LAW 102 - Legal Computer Applications Credits: 3
LAW 103 - Ethics and the Law Credits: 3
LAW 217 - Legal Research & Writing I Credits: 3
LAW 218 - Legal Research and Writing II Credits: 3
LAW 220 - Civil Procedure I Credits: 3
LAW 221 - Civil Procedure II Credits: 3
LAW 232 - Evidence Credits: 3
Program Electives
Select 18 credit hours from the following courses:
AJS 109 - Substantive Criminal Law Credits: 3
AJS 260 - Procedural Criminal Law Credits: 3
AJS 290 - Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Credits: 3
LAW 104 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Credits: 3
LAW 107 - Law Office Management Credits: 3
LAW 202 - Real Estate Law Credits: 3
LAW 203 - Family Law Credits: 3
LAW 204 - Business Organizations Credits: 3
LAW 205 - Contracts Credits: 3
LAW 230 - Administrative Law Credits: 3
LAW 296 - Internship: Paralegal Studies Credits: 3
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Paralegal Studies Degree program, the learner will be able to:
Demonstrate analytical and judgment abilities as a legal professional.
Apply knowledge and understanding of substantive law and legal principles in one or more areas of practice.
Produce legal documents that meet professional standards, reflect accurate legal research, and are in correct format.
Act in a professional manner consistent with applicable ethical standards.
Demonstrate proficiency using software and technology available to the legal profession.
Details
Hours
61
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Prescott; Online
Local WIB
12 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yavapai County
Type of Attainment:
Associate Degree;
Name of Credential
Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
FAFSA, varies
Refund Policy
https://www.yc.edu/v6/business-office/bills.html
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC - North Central Assoc
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)
$2,320.00
In-State Tuition
$6,758.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$23,167.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$9,078.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$25,487.00
