Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion, 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 Legal Paraprofessional Certificate is designed to meet the educational requirements for students to be eligible to become licensed Legal Paraprofessionals, as well as to provide a robust course of study for those already having a Bachelor's or Associates Degree and who desire to obtain positions as Paralegals in the legal and business world.
Credit Hours Required: 30
Program Requirements (21 credits)
LAW 100 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies 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
Advocacy (3 credits)
Students must have 120 hours in the area of advocacy under the supervision of an attorney. Students can pick either course to satisfy this requirement. If there is more than one area of advocacy, students may take LAW296 up to 6 credits.
LAW 291 - Trial Advocacy Credits: 3
OR LAW 296 - Internship: Paralegal Studies Credits: 3
Select one Legal Paraprofessional Concentration and complete the requirements (3 credits)
Civil Practice: LAW 203 - Family Law Credits: 3
Criminal Law: AJS 109 - Substantive Criminal Law Credits: 3 OR AJS 260 - Procedural Criminal Law Credits: 3
Family Law: LAW 203 - Family Law Credits: 3
Administrative Law: LAW 230 - Administrative Law Credits: 3
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Legal Paraprofessional Certificate 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
30
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:
Certification or License;
Name of Credential
Legal Paraprofessional Certificate
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)
$1,100.00
In-State Tuition
$3,564.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$12,441.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,664.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$13,541.00
