Paralegal Studies, CSC

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PURPOSE: This one-year program prepares students for entry-level jobs in the legal field. Jobs include paralegal and legal assistant.

CREDENTIALS: A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements. New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

Research and evaluate a case brief.
Perform legal research.
Write a memorandum of law.

Required Courses

ENG 111 - College Composition I 3 credits
ITE 152 - Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications 3 credits
LGL 110 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Assistant 3 credits
LGL 125 - Legal Research 3 credits
LGL 126 - Legal Writing 3 credits
LGL Elective (any LGL course offered) 3 credits Based on availability, options might include: LGL 115 , LGL 117 , LGL 130 , LGL 215 , LGL 218 , LGL 235 , LGL 238

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 18

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myBrightpoint portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate.

Students who desire to continue with the Business Administration, Paralegal Studies Specialization should consult with their faculty advisor.