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Paralegal Programs in Colorado

As of October, 2008 there are no education, regulation, continuing education or licensure requirements for paralegals in Colorado. There has been ongoing discussions between the Colorado Bar Association (CBA), the Paralegal Committee of the Colorado Bar Association and the Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association / National Affairs Committee (RMPA NAC) as to guidelines for utilization of paralegals, education, licensure, regulation and related topics.

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What to Consider When Choosing a Paralegal Program

The most important thing you can do at this point is assess your career goals and determine where you would like to work as a paralegal. Contact the human resources department at your desired place of employment and as what their hiring requirements are for paralegals. Ask them if they require prior work experience in the legal field, if they prefer paralegal graduates from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved program or if it matters and if they will consider entry-level paralegals.

Employers in Colorado will have different requirements for their paralegal positions. Generally employers will look for paralegals with a formal education, training, and experience. Desired experience is the area that will vary most. Large fortune 500 firms, such as those in downtown Denver, will often seek paralegals with at least 3 to 5 years of work experience in an area of law they practice as well as a paralegal certificate or degree and/or a 4 year college degree. A single lawyer practice in a less metropolitan area of Colorado, a government agency, a real estate or title company may not require any prior work experience and hire an entry-level paralegal.

Though an ABA approved paralegal program often conveys a sense of legitimacy, many of the 1200 or so paralegal programs across the country offer programs that are just as qualified as an ABA approved program but the school has chosen not to pursue approval due to cost considerations. The Colorado State Bar does not have position or a preference for an ABA approved paralegal program graduate or a non-ABA approved paralegal program graduate. The Colorado State Bar recognizes that since there are only 4 ABA approved programs in Colorado, these most likely are not the most convenient locations for everyone in the state looking to attend a paralegal program.

Paralegal Degree Programs Offered Online in Colorado

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Bryant & Stratton College : Bryant & Stratton College Online is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, one of the six regional accreditation agencies recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

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.

Associate's in 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. 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

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

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

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! Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

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

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

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

Southwest Florida College Online: Request information from the associate's in Paralegal Studies program today. Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Degree Programs in Colorado - Campus Based

Everest College: Everest College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is recognized by the United States Department of Education and is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Programs Offered: Associates | Paralegal, Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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Denver North (Thornton, CO), Denver South (Aurora, CO), Colorado Springs

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

Kaplan College: American Bar Association Approved (ABA) program.

Programs Offered: Certificate, Associate's | General Practice Paralegal, Paralegal Studies

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Denver (Thornton, CO)

Arapahoe Community College: This is an ABA approved program.

Programs Offered: Associate's, Certificate | Paralegal

5900 South Santa Fe Drive
Post Office Box 9002
Littleton, CO 80120
PH: 303-794-1550

Community College of Aurora: This is an ABA approved program

Programs Offered: Associate's, Certificate | Paralegal

9235 East 10th Drive
Denver, CO 80230
PH: 303-340-7254

Pikes Peak Community College: This is an ABA approved program.

Programs Offered: Associate's, Certificate | Paralegal Studies

100 W. Pikes Peak Avenue, Room S210G
olorado Springs, CO 80903
PH: 719-502-3220

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