Associate of Applied Business Degree
The Associate of Applied Business in Paralegal Studies program prepares students to work as paralegals or legal secretaries in areas where legal work is performed, including law firms, banks, corporations, insurance agencies, legal clinics, courts, governmental agencies, real estate offices, title companies, accounting firms, and legal aid offices. The program focuses on providing substantive legal knowledge and practical skills necessary for entry-level employment in the field. The program strives to provide students with an understanding of the rules of professional conduct governing lawyers and their application to paralegals, and to instill and reinforce values of ethical conduct, competence, and professionalism so that students are given a framework for ethical decision-making in the legal environment. The paralegal practice is regulated in some states and additional certifications may be required prior to obtaining work in the paralegal field.
Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.
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