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Jun 08, 2023
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2016-2017 Catalog [PAST CATALOG]
Paralegal Studies, Business Option, A.A.S.
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Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.
Code: AAS.PARA.BUSN
Total Credit Hours: 60 credit hours.
Purpose: Basic information is presented to prepare students for employment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Students are able to choose one of the following options: general practice, business or litigation. Paralegal courses are taught by judges, practicing attorneys and experts in the field, with an emphasis on practical applications. Employment projections suggest that the paralegal field will be one of the fastest-growing career areas during the next several years. Students may enroll either full- or part-time and courses are offered in day, evening and weekend formats.
Range of Occupations
- Administrative assistant
- Court administrative assistant
- Court clerk
- Law office manager
- Legal assistant
- Legislative legal assistant
- Paralegal
- Real estate settlement officer
- Victim advocate
Occupations can be explored further through the virtual Careers Center.
Note: Paralegals may not provide legal services to the public except as permitted by law.
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Entrance/Admission Requirements
Entrance Requirements
Students should consult with a paralegal adviser to ensure specific paralegal career goals are met.
Planning Tool: Two-Year Sequence of Courses
AACC faculty developed the following sequence of courses to encourage greater success in each student’s program of study. This sequence incorporates all of the student’s requirements for this degree and provides the student with essential notes to guide their success. It is recommended that students view and save this as they plan courses for this degree.
Program Requirements
(suggested sequencing)
Total credit hours: 13-16
Electives (paralegal studies): 3 credits
Paralegal studies electives to be chosen from
Total credit hours: 13-16
Elective (paralegal studies): 3 credits
Paralegal studies electives to be chosen from
Diversity Requirement
Satisfied by SOC 111 requirement.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Become critical thinkers.
- Become effective communicators.
- Become competent legal professionals.
- Become ethical legal professionals.
This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies. For a full list of Core Competencies, click here.
Related Educational Opportunities
Transfer Agreements
Agreements may exist for this program of study. To access agreements, go to www.aacc.edu/transfer.
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