AAS Paralegal Studies
The Rule of Law
The Paralegal Studies program emphasizes practical applications and prepares students to analyze cases and prepare legal documents required in litigating law suits, prosecuting crimes, closing real estate transactions and drafting documents used in custody, separation and divorce proceedings. The program also emphasizes the ethical considerations for legal professionals as prescribed by the American Bar Association and the National Federation for Paralegal Associates.
Graduates are prepared to obtain entry-level positions working under the supervision of an attorney in private law firms or in other related occupations in government, legal departments of banks, corporations, insurance companies, accounting firms and real estate development or property management firms. Graduates are encouraged to take the CLA/CP exam. Felony and drug background checks may impact internship or employment opportunities.
Skills You'll Learn
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Apply information technology skills to general office and specific law office applications.
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Apply legal terminology correctly in legal documents.
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Demonstrate an ability to read, analyze and interpret legal documents, case law and statutory law.
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Draft a variety of legal writings including correspondence, pleadings, instruments and memoranda.
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Identify, interpret and apply legal ethics.
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Improve thinking processes and learning strategies.
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Research the law utilizing printed and online legal reference materials.
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Understand the duties, responsibilities and limitations of a paralegal.
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Jobs in Paralegal Studies
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Paralegal
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$26,427 avg. starting salary
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Source: Bryant & Stratton College
2009-10 Placement Data Report
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Student Consumer Information for this Program
CIP: 22.0302
Cost**
| Tuition: |
$31,140.00 |
| Fees: |
$225.00 |
| Room & Board: |
$0.00 |
| Books & Supplies: |
$2,800.00 |
On-Time Completion Rate: 71%
Normal Time to complete program: 2 Years
Median Title IV Debt: $20,719.00
Median Private Debt: $6,459.75
Number of students completing program between July 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010: 154
Number of students completing with any student loan debt: 151
*Standard Occupational Code
**completed using Sept 2011 tuition rate. Completing program within
normal time. Two years used for AAS, 2.5 years used for Nursing
degrees, and 4 years for BBA/BS.
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