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Paralegal & Legal Associate Degree Programs
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Accredited universities, colleges and career schools provided associate degree programs in paralegal studies, legal assisting and court reporting.
Kaplan University
The Kaplan University School of Paralegal Studies offers the following online paralegal associate degree:
- Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies
If want to launch or advance a career as a paralegal the Associate in Paralegal Studies will equip you with the skills you’ll need to attain the position you want. This program prepares students to synthesize important concepts from specialized legal areas, communicate effectively within the legal environment, demonstrate ethical decision-making skills, and develop effective legal research methods. In depth study in areas such as civil litigation, contracts, legal research, and criminal law will prepare students for diverse career opportunities as a paralegal professional.
Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Keiser College
Keiser College eCampus offers the following career oriented online associate degree program in paralegal studies:
- Associate of Arts Degree - Paralegal
Keiser College eCampus has developed a paralegal degree that prepares students to handle some of the most challenging tasks formerly handled by lawyers. Paralegals assist lawyers with drafting documents, legal research and motions that are filed in court. They interview clients and witnesses, manage cases, gather information, prepare evidence and help manage the litigation procedure. Many paralegals are also responsible for assisting in trials and the dispute resolution processes, as well as with the preparation of real estate documents, contracts, probate, corporate matters and law office investigation.
Keiser College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges (COC) of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Everest University Online
Everest University Online offers the following associate degree in legal assisting:
- Associate in Science degree in Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Lawyers delegate many of their important tasks to Legal Assistants/Paralegals. Legal Assistants/Paralegals are responsible for a growing number of tasks in the nation's legal offices and now perform many of the same tasks as lawyers. Paralegals assist lawyers with drafting documents, legal research and motions that are filed in court. They interview clients and witnesses, manage cases, gather information, prepare evidence and help manage the litigation procedure. Many paralegals are also responsible for assisting in trials and the dispute resolution processes, as well as with the preparation of real estate documents, contracts, probate, corporate matters and law office investigation. The online associate degree program in legal assisting at Everest University Online is identical to the classroom version of the Associate in Science degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Skills and knowledge that student’s acquire through the online degree program mirror those gained in the classroom.
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Penn Foster Career School
Penn Foster Career School, one of the world’s oldest adult distance learning institutions, offers the associate degree in paralegal studies:
- Associate in Specialized Business in Paralegal Studies
Course topics covered in this associate degree programs include legal terminology and thinking skills, interpersonal communications and ethics, legal writing, research, and criminal and civil litigation, real estate law, family law, wills and Estates. You will need to have access to a computer to complete this program. With this program you can earn your associate degree in paralegal studies in as little as two years, or take up to 18 months per semester if you wish.
Penn Foster Career School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools for high school and vocational-technical programs, and by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC).
Penn Foster Career School is affiliated with DANTES, which qualifies U.S. military personnel for tuition reimbursement. Many Penn Foster programs are approved for U.S. Armed Forces veterans training benefits.
Penn Foster Career School offers affordable, all-inclusive pricing—among the lowest of all career schools—and 0% interest financing and customized payment plans.
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