Lakewood University

Legal Document Preparer Certificate

Program Highlights
  • 2 Semester Program
  • Accredited
  • Instructor Assistance
  • Your Own Success Coach
  • Books Included in Tuition
Overview
Legal Document Preparer Certificate

In the Legal Document Preparer Certificate Program students will be introduced to the expectations and roles of the legal assistant or paralegal. Students will explore common areas of law that legal assistants will be exposed to in the profession.

Students will be introduced to the legal research process and preparation of legal documents in support of the work of lawyers and others in the field. This certificate includes 24 credit hours within Lakewood University’s Associate of Applied Business in Paralegal Studies and can be taken as a stepping stone towards further education.

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Program Outline
What You Receive
Career Outlook
Program Cost
Program Outcomes
  • Describe the American legal system, its structure, and how it operates
  • Discuss societal issues and ethical considerations for attorneys and paralegals
  • Identify the elements in various areas of law including criminal, contract, business, tort, property, will & estates, and family law
  • Identify the elements of defense to various intentional torts
  • Explain how contracts are formed
  • Conduct legal research and demonstrate the basis of legal correspondence
  • Identify an organization’s stakeholder, its ethical issues and define the concept of social responsibility
  • Demonstrate language fundamental necessary to communicate effectively with an emphasis on workplace oral and written communication
Program Outline
What You Receive
  • Textbooks and/or eBooks
  • A success coach to help you navigate your way to graduation
  • Academic support via text, email, web portal, or phone
  • Mobile app for taking your learning materials on-the-go
  • Student Portal for instant access to lessons and support
  • Learning Resource Center online libraries
  • ProQuest® digital access to thousands of sources for research
  • An active online community of fellow students, staff, and grads
  • Career services for life
Career Outlook

Employment of legal document preparers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Formally trained legal document preparers with strong computer and database management skills should have the best job prospects.

Program Cost
Legal Document Preparer- (2 Semesters)
Payment PlanTerm Total TuitionEnroll

Payment Plan – 12 Credit Hours

Payment in Full: $5,052.00
(per semester)

Tuition: $5,052.00

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- $75 for degree programs; $0 for vocational programs (first semester only)

Registration Fee – $200 for degree programs; $125 for vocational 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

Lakewood University’s low monthly payment plans are designed to fit your budget.

Convenient Payment Methods

We make it easy for you by accepting VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover credit cards. We also accept debit cards, prepaid cards, checks, and money orders. You can simply pay online, by phone, or by mail.

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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