Paralegal Certificate
Program Overview
The Certificate in Paralegal is designed for those students who already have an associate degree or higher college degree. The courses will focus on legal theory, practical legal skills and instruction on the twenty-first century office environment. The curriculum was developed following ABA guidelines and in consultation with area legal practitioners. The certificate is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in a law firm, corporation or other entity as a paralegal. The students will be required to complete a capstone course entitled “Law Office Practice” in which they will perform paralegal duties in a virtual law office under the supervision of an attorney/instructor. Students may progress to FLCC's A.A.S. in Paralegal program after completing the certificate.
Admission Requirements
Students wishing to pursue the Paralegal Certificate Program must provide evidence of completion of either an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree with at least 18 credits in a liberal arts curriculum.
The purpose of this program is to allow those individuals in the community who possess a college degree in something other than paralegal the opportunity to pursue a Certificate in Paralegal without the redundancy of additional general education courses.
Gainful Employment Information
This program falls under Gainful Employment Disclosure regulations, a rule by the U.S. Education Department. View Gainful Employment information about this program, including estimated cost and employment opportunities.