Paralegal Certificate

Certificate

Curriculum Requirements

As a student in this program, you are required to complete a minimum of 27 credit hours with a grade point average of no lower than C (2.0). For this certificate, you must successfully complete the following:

Program Core

PLG-100	Introduction to Legal Practice	3
PLG-115	Computers in the Law Office	3
PLG-125	Legal Research and Writing I	3
PLG-210	Real Property Law and Practice	3
PLG-225	Legal Research and Writing II	3
PLG-230	Family Law	3
PLG-235	Administration of Wills, Trusts and Estates	3
PLG-240	Courts and Litigation	3

Complete one of the following:

PLG-250	Paralegal Internship	3
-	Or
PLG-265	Law Office Practice	3

Sample Schedule

The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in two semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than two semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.

First Semester (15 Credit Hours)

PLG-100	Introduction to Legal Practice	3
PLG-115	Computers in the Law Office	3
PLG-125	Legal Research and Writing I	3
PLG-210	Real Property Law and Practice	3
PLG-235	Administration of Wills, Trusts and Estates	3

Second Semester (12 Credit Hours)

PLG-225	Legal Research and Writing II	3
PLG-230	Family Law	3
PLG-240	Courts and Litigation	3

Complete one of the following:

PLG-250	Paralegal Internship	3
-	Or
PLG-265	Law Office Practice	3