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Schools Offering Paralegal Programs in Alabama
Campus based programs are offered in Alabama's metropolitan centers, including Montgomery, Birmingham, Mobile, and Gadsden. Online paralegal programs are popular with working adults and offer a flexible alternative to campus based programs. At this time there are no online paralegal programs approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and only six ABA approved campus based programs are found in the state of Alabama.
Things to Consider When Choosing a Paralegal School
Larger firms in Alabama's metropolitan locations may require a bachelor's degree and work experience in an area of law that the firm is involved in. Some firms only hire individuals that earned their degree from an ABA approved school and have specific work experience. The larger firms in Alabama do compensate their paralegals quite well, justifying the requirements for the paralegals they hire. Smaller law firms, real estate and title offices, government offices, banks, hospitals and related businesses employing paralegals will hire entry-level paralegals in most cases. Inquire with the employer you would like to work for as to what their requirements are for hiring paralegals.
"A good way to gain experience is to intern or work at a law firm while attending a paralegal program, so that you will have some experience under your belt prior to applying to a law firm. Many paralegals start out at smaller law firms, real estate companies, police departments, title companies, etc. to gain experience prior to coming to our firm." Comments Angie Estrada (15+ years in the legal field), Human Resource Manager for a large law firm in Birmingham.
When evaluating schools consider their accreditation and other educational standards such as ABA approval and membership in the American Association for Paralegal Education or another national paralegal association. Also, make sure they offer student services such as job placement, academic counseling and career counseling.
Paralegal Degree Programs Offered Online in Alabama
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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. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Graduates with work experience are eligible to sit for the NFPA Pace exam.
AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies
Advanced Start in BS Legal Studies
BS in Legal 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.
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
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. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
A.S. Paralegal Studies
George Washington University: This program is identical to the on-campus master's program offered at GW, but offered entirely online..
Master of Professional Studies in Paralegal 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
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: Request information from the online paralegal program today. Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Certificate in Paralegal
Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in Paralegal
Post University: Post University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE) of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Board of Education.
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
Associate's in Legal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies
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
Paralegal Degree Programs in Alabama - Campus Based
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