Paralegal Studies
(Occupational Certificate)

What can you do with this certificate?
This certificate will help you obtain an entry-level position as a paralegal, legal secretary, document preparer, mediator, court clerk and other related positions.

What will you learn in this program?
You will learn legal terminology, legal principles, and develop cases in the civil and criminal systems.

What kinds of classes can you look forward to?
Introduction to Law
This lecture course will help you understand and apply basic knowledge of legal issues in the civil and criminal systems.

Legal Research
This course will help you apply your knowledge of electronic media to locate statutes and rules of the law.

Legal Writing
You will develop analysis and application of the writing process used in the practice of law.

Criminal Trial Procedures
This course will help you develop procedures of the criminal trial process.

How long will it take you to complete this certificate?
Taking classes full time, you can complete this 28-credit certificate in three semesters.

What classes do you need to take to fulfill the certificate requirements?
For a current checklist of
the courses required for this
program, go online to Program Check Sheets or contact a counselor by calling the Counseling Office at (928) 344-7624. A counselor is available to meet with you about your educational goals.

Who can you call to find out more information about the program?
For more information about this certificate or its requirements, please call us at (928) 344-7572.

Revised 10/2008