Paralegal Programs in Nevada

There are no education, licensure or certification requirements for paralegals in Nevada. However, the demand for formally trained paralegals has increased in Nevada based on the increasingly complex tasks paralegals take on. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that those paralegals with a formal education will have the greatest career opportunities. Salaries are also very attractive in this field and competition for jobs is tight. A formal education and work experience are what have been setting job candidates apart from other candidates.

The Nevada Paralegal Association supports National paralegal certification through the National Association of Legal Assistants and to become a member of the State Bar of Nevada Paralegals and Legal Assistants must meet specific education and experience requirements. National paralegal certification and membership in the State Bar of Nevada demonstrates a paralegal's or legal assistant's dedication to the profession and provides a way for employers to evaluate a paralegal job candidate's qualifications. Careful consideration should be given to what type of paralegal education one enrolls in. The educational requirements to consider for national certification as well as membership in the State Bar can be found below.

Choosing a Paralegal Program

There is a significant time and financial commitment needed to complete a paralegal program and because of this, careful consideration should be paid to what type of program will provide the greatest return on the investment. The American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) considers a qualified paralegal to have an associate's or bachelor's degree with a concentration, minor or major in paralegal studies that has been earned from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal program, an AAfPE member school or a nationally or regionally accredited school accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

One of the most important things to do is contact potential employers to find out what they are looking for in paralegal candidates as far as education and work experience goes. This will provide a measure of what level and accreditation of education you should be considering to be competitive in the industry.

In Las Vegas, it is not uncommon for larger law firms to require graduation from an ABA approved paralegal program or to have a bachelor's degree. Not to say that all law firms will be this strict, however, based on the great paralegal salaries in the large firms, it makes since to be as competitive as possible with education.

There is only one ABA approved paralegal program offered in Nevada. There are, however, many online and campus based programs that have been regionally or nationally accredited by agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education. Due to the limited number of ABA approved paralegal programs in Nevada, geography can limit a student's opportunity to attend one of these programs. Many of the non-ABA approved paralegal programs actually can meet the criteria required by the ABA for approval but due to the cost of approval and the fact that this cost is often passed onto the student, many schools choose not to pursue approval. Read more about ABA versus non-ABA approved paralegal program.

Find paralegal programs accredited by agencies recognized by the US Department of Education as well as ABA approved programs below. Programs are offered in Reno, NV and Las Vegas, NV as well as throughout the state.

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Paralegal Degree Programs Offered Online in Nevada

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starKaplan 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.

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

starVirginia 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.

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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.

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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..

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Degree Programs in Nevada - Campus Based

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Career College of Northern Nevada: Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology, which is recognized by the US Department of Education as a private, non-profit, independent accrediting agency.

Programs Offered: Associate's | Paralegal Studies

Everest College: Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, which is an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education.

Programs Offered: Diploma | Paralegal, Criminal Justice

Truckee Meadows Community College: ABA approved Program and an AAfPE member school.

Programs Offered: Associate's | Paralegal Studies

7000 Dandini Boulevard - M25
Reno, NV 89512-3999
PH: 775-674-7545

Community College of Southern Nevada: AAfPE member school

Programs Offered: Associate's, Post- Degree Certificate | Paralegal Studies

6375 W Charleston Blvd W2C
Las Vegas, NV 89146-1164
PH: 702-651-5954

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