Paralegal - Certificate of Achievement (3208)
Division: Social Sciences Division
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements (21 Credits) | ||
| PLS 101 | Intro. to Law for Paralegals | 3 |
| PLS 102 | Legal Research and Writing | 3 |
| PLS 105 | Torts | 3 |
| PLS 107 | Contracts | 3 |
| PLS 202 | Adv. Legal Research & Writing | 3 |
| PLS 205 | Administrative Law | 3 |
| PLS 206 | Litigation Procedures | 3 |
| Total Credits | 21 | |
Notes:
- For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements.
- This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ACC 102 Prin Accounting II Managerial, HST 131 Latin American History I, MTH 221 Calc with Analytic Geom III). Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Explain the role of a paralegal in today’s legal system;
- Demonstrate knowledge of American legal system, fundamental legal principles, and the litigation process;
- Demonstrate knowledge of principles of legal ethics and of the Model Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Guidelines for Enforcement of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.;
- Proficiently access, locate, and research the law by both traditional and electronic methods;
- Demonstrate problem-solving and critical, analytical thinking skills within context of evaluating legal issues; and
- Communicate effectively with accurate legal terminology in written and/or oral form, with demonstrated proficiency in use of technology.