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Paralegal Associate Degree

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Paralegal associate degrees are the most popular degree option for becoming a paralegal. The paralegal associate degree curriculum will vary by school, but core courses will be similar in content. You will learn about the legal system in the United States, laws and court systems. Ethical conduct and how to respond to situations involving legal ethics, conflicts of interest, confidentiality and other related issues will be addressed in the core curriculum. You will learn the terminology used in the legal system and how to understand legal documents, contracts and other legal material. As a paralegal, helping an attorney research and write legal documents is a key function of your job. Different paralegal associate degree programs will have varying areas of specialization so researching different programs will be a benefit.

Paralegals assist attorneys in both public and private practices by helping to investigate cases, prepare strategy for trials and meeting preparartion. You will also help prepare contracts, wills and related legal documents.

Online Paralegal Associate Degrees

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Colorado Technical University/Stonecliffe College: Stonecliffe College Online offers one of the most up to date and accredited paralegal associate degree programs in the country. Students are educated in document organization systems, handling document production, how to write legal correspondence and other relevant skills necessary for paralegal career preparation.

A.S. Paralegal Studies

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies: The Paralegal Studies Department at Kaplan University, is nationally recognized and offers the top paralegal programs in the country, including one of the leading paralegal associate degree programs.

AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies
Advanced Start in BS Legal Studies
BS in Legal Studies

Everest University Online: The Everest University Online paralegal associate degree program is widely recognized for graduating some of the most qualified and successful paralegals in the country. Let Everest help you pursue your paralegal education and career goals. Request information today!

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

Herzing University Online: Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, which is an accrediting body recognized by the US Department of Education. Graduates of the AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal program are eligible to sit for the Certified Legal Assistant and Certified Paralegal exams administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).

AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal
BS in Legal Studies

Hodges University: Graduates of the Paralegal program are eligible to sit for the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) exam.

Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Jones College: Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Associate's - Legal Assistant
Bachelor's - Legal Assistant

Keiser University: E-Campus Online Programs. Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Minnesota School of Business Online: The Minnesota School of Business is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Certificate in Paralegal
Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in Paralegal

Rasmussen College: Accredited by the The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Board of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

South University: The South University Partially Online Associate's in Paralegal Studies program is approved by the American Bar Association. Students are required to take the remaining classes at a South University campus or at an institution approved by South University. This is an excellent opportunity to pursue an ABA approved paralegal program and benefit from the flexibility offered by the online format.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies (Partially Online)
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Southwest Florida College Online: Request information from the associate's in Paralegal Studies program today.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Virginia College: Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), which is an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

AS in Paralegal

Westwood College: You can earn an Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies in as little as 20 months. Westwood College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCS).

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Campus Based Paralegal Associate Degrees

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Everest Institute:

Programs Offered: Paralegal

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Pittsburgh, PA , Rochester, NY

Everest College: Choose a campus location near you.

Programs Offered: Paralegal, Criminal Justice, Criminal Investigations

Campus Locations in: Arlington, VA, Aurora, CO, Colorado Springs, CO, Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Paralegal Associate's Degree (ABA Approved), Portland, OR, Salt Lake City, UT, Springfield, MO, Thornton, CO, Vancouver, WA

Institute of Business & Medical Careers: IBMC is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.

Programs Offered: Associate's, Certificate (for students with an AA or BA) | Paralegal

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Fort Collins, Greeley

Brown Mackie College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal

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Tucson, AZ, Indianapolis, IN, Miami, FL

Center for Advanced Legal Studies:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Certificate | Paralegal Studies (ABA Approved and Accredited)

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Houston.

Eagle Gate College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Paralegal

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Salt Lake City, Layton or Online.

Fremont College:

Programs Offered: Associate's of Arts in Paralegal Studies (American Bar Association (ABA) Approved)

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Cerritos, CA.

Hesser College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Paralegal

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Concord, Portsmouth, Manchester, Nashua

Keiser University:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Crime Scene Tech, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies

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Tampa, FL, Daytona Beach, FL, Sarasota, FL, Tallahassee, FL, Port St. Lucie, FL, Kendall, FL, Lakeland, FL, Melbourne, FL, West Palm Beach, FL.

Platt College: Request information from these campuses today.

Programs Offered: Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Campuses Locations in => Los Angeles and Ontario.

South College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies

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Asheville, NC, Knoxville, TN (ABA Approved)

South University:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies

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Montgomery, AL, Savannah, GA, West Palm Beach, FL, Columbia, SC

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