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Pathway to Paralegal Cert.If you already have an associate's or bachelor's degree and want to seek entry-level employment opportunities in the legal profession, the Pathway to Paralegal Certificate is a valuable stepping stone toward your professional goals. Our certificate program helps you increase your knowledge of the paralegal profession and provides an overall understanding of the American legal system. Students will study the civil litigation process, including fact gathering and investigation, case management and strategy, pleadings, motions, trial preparations, trial procedures, and post-trial procedures. You will also learn how to conduct legal research, appraise and evaluate legal sources, and incorporate these into relevant legal arguments. Who Should Take This Program?
This program is for students with an associate's or bachelor's degree who are seeking entry-level employment in the legal profession or for students who want to begin a new career by enhancing their current knowledge while earning a degree. Students accepted to the degree program often transfer paralegal work experience for academic credit. What are the Career Opportunities?
This certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of legal environments. Qualify to work as a paralegal in personal injury law, environmental law, or a private legal practice.
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