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Paralegal Studies, AAS

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable skills gain

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Legal Assistant/Paralegal. 220302

Description

The Paralegal Studies program is designed to prepare students for positions as paralegals in the legal and business fields. Individuals who are already employed in the legal field and seeking advancement opportunities may also select this program of study. Paralegals work under the supervision of an attorney and their work includes preparing legal documents, researching and compiling information, and communicating with clients. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as computer literacy skills, are important to the paralegal.


Credit Hours Required: 61


AAS General Education Requirements (19 credits)
College Composition or Applied Communication Credits: 6
Mathematics Credits: 3
Physical and Biological Sciences  Credits: 4
Arts and Humanities AND/OR Social and Behavioral Sciences Credits: 6 


Program Requirements
LAW 100 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies Credits: 3
LAW 102 - Legal Computer Applications Credits: 3
LAW 103 - Ethics and the Law Credits: 3
LAW 217 - Legal Research & Writing I Credits: 3
LAW 218 - Legal Research and Writing II Credits: 3
LAW 220 - Civil Procedure I Credits: 3
LAW 221 - Civil Procedure II Credits: 3
LAW 232 - Evidence Credits: 3


Program Electives
Select 18 credit hours from the following courses:


AJS 109 - Substantive Criminal Law Credits: 3
AJS 260 - Procedural Criminal Law Credits: 3
AJS 290 - Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Credits: 3
LAW 104 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Credits: 3
LAW 107 - Law Office Management Credits: 3
LAW 202 - Real Estate Law Credits: 3
LAW 203 - Family Law Credits: 3
LAW 204 - Business Organizations Credits: 3
LAW 205 - Contracts Credits: 3
LAW 230 - Administrative Law Credits: 3
LAW 296 - Internship: Paralegal Studies Credits: 3


Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Paralegal Studies Degree program, the learner will be able to:


Demonstrate analytical and judgment abilities as a legal professional.
Apply knowledge and understanding of substantive law and legal principles in one or more areas of practice.
Produce legal documents that meet professional standards, reflect accurate legal research, and are in correct format.
Act in a professional manner consistent with applicable ethical standards.
Demonstrate proficiency using software and technology available to the legal profession.

Details

Hours

61

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Yavapai College

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes

Training Location(s)

Prescott; Online

Local WIB

12 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yavapai County

Type of Attainment:

Associate Degree;

Name of Credential

Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

FAFSA, varies

Refund Policy

https://www.yc.edu/v6/business-office/bills.html

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - HLC - North Central Assoc

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Books (Estimated)

$2,320.00

In-State/District Tuition

$6,758.00

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$23,167.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$9,078.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$25,487.00

Demand Occupation(s)

23-2011.00Paralegals and Legal Assistants
$14.00 per hour

Provider Status

Approved

Address

1100 E Sheldon, Prescott, Arizona 86301

Phone Number

(928) 717-7332

Web Address

http://catalog.yc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=23&poid=7170

Last Updated

Sep 27, 2024

Created

Feb 16, 2012

Renewal

Sep 27, 2026

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