Paralegal - AAS

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Location: PCC-Downtown Campus, Tucson, AZ

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTACT: 520-206-7235

A. Course Objective
Description:
Learn to investigate legal cases, draft legal documents and perform legal research under the supervision of an attorney. The program includes a paralegal internship.
Competencies to be achieved:
Upon successful completion of the Paralegal AAS Degree program, the learner will be able to:
• Define the boundaries of the paralegal career field, explain the duties assigned and the responsibilities delegated to paralegals, including the knowledge of legal ethics
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing with lawyers, clients and witnesses (including interviewing), court personnel, co-workers and other legal/business professionals
• Organize, summarize, analyze and apply factual and legal information for use in preparing legal correspondence, and office, court and other documents for attorney review.
• Demonstrate the ability to use both print and electronic sources to find and analyze a variety of legal sources, including statutes, rules of court, rules of evidence, case law and regulations, and the ability to apply them to a given set of facts
• Describe the sources of law, hierarchy and powers of various state and federal courts and demonstrate the paralegal’s role during litigation (including note-taking, preparing pleadings, motions, discovery and other documents)
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$6,906.50

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Each course has a required textbook indicated in the course syllabus. For information contact: 520-206-7235

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
For information contact:
520-206-7235

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653

F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.pima.edu/programs-courses/credit-programs-degrees/business-careers/paralegal/paralegal-aas.html

G.
Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Fingerprinting and criminal background information may be a part of many state and federal licensing and certification processes.

• Other requirements needed: N/A
H.
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/paying-your-bill/refunds/
Student Grievance Policy: https://www.pima.edu/current-students/complaint-processes/
I.
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No:
No,
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: No,
This program was not designed to transfer to a 4-year university, it may apply toward Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) or other programs. See program advisor.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school)
Yes or No:
Yes,
Accrediting Agency and link to website:
American Bar Association Standing Committee on Paralegals
http://www.americanbar.org
J. Credential Attainment Rate: TBD % of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.

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