Credential(s) Offered
Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Overview: This fully online course is designed to train participants to work as paralegals. Participants may choose from two course formats: online or live lecture. Additional information about course formats is available here: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/paralegal-certificate-course
Total Course hours: 90 clock hours of training
Total Weeks: depends on format selected.
Course provided by: CLS by BARBRI
Competencies to be achieved: This course will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the American judicial system to prepare you to start a career as a Paralegal. It will also teach you practical skills including how to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation.
B. Total Cost of Program: $2,745.00 (includes textbooks). The costs are accurate as of November 19, 2024. Prices for textbooks, exams and other materials are subject to change without notice.
C. Textbooks: $650.00
D. Other Supplies: N/A
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Jo Ann Bedwell, Phone: 520-626-5091. Email: sand@email.arizona.edu.
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/paralegal-certificate-course
G. Additional Information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A for Arizona Paralegals. Other states may have different requirements.
Other requirements needed: This is an accelerated course. You will be expected to spend an average of 12 hours per week reading and completing writing assignments. 70% is the minimum passing score on all tests and assignments for this course.
H. Refund Policy: See https://ce.arizona.edu/policies
I. Credentials.
Industry Recognized: Local – Pima County and other local courts, as well as other local employers.
Stackable: Yes, students may earn an Advanced Paralegal Certificate after successful completion of the Paralegal Certificate program.
Career Pathway: Students may earn an Advanced Paralegal Certificate after successful completion of the Paralegal Certificate program or may choose to specialize by developing expertise in a particular area of the law.
Portable: Yes, A Paralegal Certificate is portable to all states except California and New Mexico (these states have additional requirements for Paralegals).
Accredited Curriculum: No.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
14
Hours
90
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
no
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Type of Attainment:
Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
See Financial Assistance FAQs: https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
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
In-State Tuition
$2,095.00 Price increased from $1,895 to $2,095 for all classes starting after January 1, 2025.
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,095.00 Price increased from $1,895 to $2,095 for all classes starting after January 1, 2025.
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$650.00 Textbooks not included in tuition
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,745.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,745.00
