Associate’s Degree of Applied Business in Paralegal Studies
Program Highlights
2 Year Program
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Instructor Assistance
Your Own Success Coach
Books Included in Tuition
Overview
Associate’s Degree of Applied Business in Paralegal Studies
This program is designed to prepare students to support attorneys in transactional and litigation fields by introducing them to the unique language of law and key concepts of the profession. Students will identify the role of the paralegal in the legal environment and will be introduced to legal research practices, document drafting, case management, evidence gathering, and the litigation procedure.
Students will gain skills and knowledge they can apply promptly in the workplace such as critical thinking and decision-making skills, human relations concepts, and the communication skills of a well-qualified legal assistant. Students will be introduced to their responsibility to act in an ethical manner, honoring privacy and adhering to the best practices of the profession. Emphasis is placed on marketable skills required in the law office and valued in the legal environment. In addition, this program provides a foundation for further studies.
IMPORTANT: Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.
Students enrolled in this program will be required to attend 3 live sessions with their instructor in the following course: Introduction to Paralegal Studies (PGL100).
Define the role of the paralegal in the legal community and the skills required of a well-qualified paralegal
Describe the core areas of law and appreciate the scope of the field, specifically: torts, wills & trusts, civil procedure, litigation, family law, business organization & contracts, real estate, and criminal law
Identify the skills often asked of a paralegal: case management, legal research, discovery, docketing, drafting & analyzing documents and alternative dispute resolution
Communicate effectively via multiple channels of exchange including oral and written
Utilize decision support tools in the way of math formulas, computer software, and information systems to analyze or solve problems
Identify the ethical responsibility of paralegals in the legal community and recognize best practices in the field.
Demonstrate an ability to find and use reference tools/resources to inform legal documents
Associate of Applied Business in Paralegal Studies Degree Plan
This Degree Map is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this degree program. A course with an “*” denotes its status as a general education course.
Course Code
Course subject and Title
Prerequisite
Credit Hours
Semester One
LUO100
Lakewood College Orientation
0
BUS100
Introduction to Business
3
PGL100
Introduction to Paralegal Studies
3
BSLW100
Business Law
3
LWMG200
Law Office Management
3
Semester Two
GOVT100
American Government
3
ENG101
Introduction to English*
3
ALG200
College Algebra*
3
LGR200
Legal Research
3
Semester Three
PSY100
Introduction to Psychology*
3
COMM100
Interpersonal Communication*
3
PHL101
Introduction to Computers
3
SOCL100
Introduction to Sociology *
3
Semester Four
CRLW100
Criminal Law & Procedure
3
RELW100
Real Estate Law
3
ADR200
Alternative Dispute Resolution
3
LGAW200
Legal Analysis & Writing I
3
Semester Five
WTE200
Wills, Trust, & Estates
3
TRT100
Torts
3
CONT200
Contracts
3
BUSE200
Business Ethics
3
DOMR200
Domestic Relations
3
What You Receive
E-books and comprehensive online resources included in tuition
Academic support by email, text, phone, or online
Personalized career guidance, including interview coaching
The option to celebrate your achievement and participate in our virtual graduation ceremony
Lakewood University provides all textbooks, study guides, supplemental materials, achievement exams, and instructional support at no cost to the student.
Administrative Fees (in addition to the tuition above)
Application Fee- $0 for degree programs; $0 for vocational programs (first semester only)
Registration Fee – $200 for degree programs (first semester only)
Technology/Library Fee – $175 for the first semester and $100 per degree semester thereafter; $250 per vocational program term
Low-Interest Financing
Lakewood University offers affordable, low-interest payment plans. That means, unlike many other schools, you can graduate without going thousands of dollars into debt.
Low Monthly Payments
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Convenient Payment Methods
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Military Education Benefits
We actively support the education of active duty members, their spouses, and veterans of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Thanks to Lakewood’s low tuition, your military benefits will go a lot further. That means you can complete your education with little to no out-of-pocket costs.
Tuition Reimbursement
You may qualify for tuition reimbursement from your employer under the Employee Education Assistance Act, IRS Code, Section 127. Check with your human resources department or supervisor to see if you are eligible.
Qualifications
No one is turned down for the Monthly Payment Plans. However, Lakewood University does perform credit checks for all monthly payment applicants.
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