Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies
The Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies offers a unique mix of legal theory and practical skills applications. Two features of specific interest in the program are: The Computer Applications for the Legal Profession course, which provides students with experience using general software applications and specialized legal software packages, and The Paralegal Practicum, which can provide students with real-world experience in research, drafting, ethics, and client interaction.
The University of Massachusetts campuses (Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, Lowell and Worcester) are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, which accredits schools in the six New England states.
Online
Continuing Education
English
Only those applicants who have completed 45 credit hours of general college study or two years work experience in a legal field may be accepted as candidates for the Certificate in Paralegal Studies.
