The Certificate in Paralegal Studies is designed for students who already have a degree. Students must complete the 6 required paralegal courses and 2 elective paralegal courses. The paralegal skills and knowledge developed through the certificate program, coupled with the student’s other degree program and work experience, prepare students for many law-related career opportunities. Students who apply for the certificate program with an associate’s degree must have a minimum of 18 credit hours in general education courses.
Curriculum
Paralegal Core Courses
Law and Litigation
Contracts and Business Organization
Wills, Trusts and Estates
Real Property Law
Legal Research and Writing
Professional Practice
Plus 2 paralegal electives, 1 of which may be an internship
Core Curriculum Leadership
Researching the Social World
Applied Statistics and Quantitative Analysis
Critical Thinking and Writing I, II
Seeking Community I, II
Technological Literacy
Seeking Truth I, II
Plus 2 Knowledge Area Courses
For more information, please contact:
Joseph Guarnera, M.Ed.
Program Director
508-849-3744 jguarnera@annamaria.edu
