Paralegal Certificate Course
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2024
Program Description
This course will provide you with comprehensive knowledge of the American judicial system. It will also teach you practical skills including how to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. Gain working knowledge of legal authority: how it is used in the litigation process and how to locate it through legal research. You will also learn the basics of law office management, substantive law (such as criminal law, domestic relations, real property law, and bankruptcy), and informal and formal advocacy.
Established in 1981
CIP: 22-0302 Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Governors State University
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Legal Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: N/A
Education Information
Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
14 Weeks ( 90.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,895.00 |
| Books | $700.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,595.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Contact Provider
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Paralegal Certificate Course
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2024
Program Description
This course will provide you with comprehensive knowledge of the American judicial system. It will also teach you practical skills including how to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. Gain working knowledge of legal authority: how it is used in the litigation process and how to locate it through legal research. You will also learn the basics of law office management, substantive law (such as criminal law, domestic relations, real property law, and bankruptcy), and informal and formal advocacy.
Established in 1981
CIP: 22-0302 Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
Provider Information
Governors State University
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Legal Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: N/A
Education Information
Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
14 Weeks ( 90.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,895.00 |
| Books | $700.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,595.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Contact Provider
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Online/E-Learning Instruction