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Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies 

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Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Overview

Learn about the American legal system, substantive areas of law, and the role of paralegals in supporting legal professionals

Duration

24 months

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Total fee

16.44 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

UG Certificate

Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree after completion of the course
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Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • Recent High School Graduates
  • Career Changers
  • Administrative Professionals
What are the course deliverables?
  • Communicate appropriately and professionally, both verbally (including to prepare, conduct and summarize party, witness, and expert interviews to aid in case development) and in writing (including pleadings, contracts, discovery, briefs, motions, forms, etc.) to diverse audiences while maintaining confidentiality and data security
  • Act in accordance with the rules of professional conduct, attorney and paralegal ethical codes, and organizational policies which includes the adaptability and flexibility to work as an effective member of a legal team in a variety of roles, as well as the ability to organize, prioritize, schedule and track assignments and appointments to meet deadlines
  • Use the latest technology and software utilized by the legal community to ensure accurate billing and timekeeping, file and maintain case information, and prepare accurate legal documents and correspondence
  • Demonstrate research and investigative skills to analyze fact patterns; identify legal issues; locate, apply, and properly cite law with proficiency in both printed and online resources
  • Demonstrate effective legal knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform substantive legal work under the direction of an attorney, while maintaining a client service orientation.
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More about this course
  • This course designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to assist attorneys in various legal settings
  • In this course students will gain an understanding of the paralegal profession, including the roles and responsibilities of paralegals, ethical considerations, and professional standards

Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Curriculum

FIRST SEMESTER

Applied Accounting (or higher)

Introduction to the Paralegal Profession

Select one of the following:

College Composition I

Honors College Composition I

SECOND SEMESTER

Mathematical Explorations (or higher)

Introduction to Logic

Civil Procedure

Legal Research and Writing I

Law Office Technology

Select one of the following:

College Composition II

Honors College Composition II

THIRD SEMESTER

Torts and Evidence

Legal Research and Writing II

Business Transactions

Any PL elective course

Select one of the following:

Financial Accounting

Fundamentals of Speech Communication

Honors Speech Communication

Medical Terminology I

FOURTH SEMESTER

Paralegal Practicum 1

Paralegal Capstone 2

Any PL elective course

Any PL elective course

Any 2000-level PL elective course

Select one of the following:

State & Local Government

Constitutional Law

Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Entry Requirements

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  • Not mentioned

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Associate of Applied Business degree in Paralegal Studies
 at 
Tri-C 
Contact Information

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4250 Richmond Rd, Highland Hills, OH 44122, USA
Cleveland ( Ohio)

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