2023-2024 Academic Catalog 
    
    Nov 24, 2024  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Paralegal Technology, TC


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The Technical Certificate in Paralegal Technology is designed to provide an understanding of the law and the practical skills needed to assist attorneys in the responsibilities of a law firm, including research, investigation, document preparation, and writing. Instruction includes principles and practical experience in word processing, legal writing, ethical legal practice, professional responsibility, and organizing legal ideas and factual materials.

Job Opportunities Paralegal • Legal Assistant

Program Learning Outcomes - In addition to achieving the institutional learning outcomes, paralegal program graduates will be able to:

  • Perform legal research
  • Demonstrate effective legal writing skills
  • Demonstrate effective computer skills
  • Use effective interviewing and investigation skills
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the legal process and the nature of law practice
  • Apply legal and ethical principles to guide paralegal conduct
  • Employ basic principles of law office management

Program Requirements


General Education Requirements


Complete all 15 Hours

Total 30 Credit Hours


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