Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies Online Education Program

 

Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies

   
 
 
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Program Title:
Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies
College:
UMassOnline
Description:
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.

Student Consumer Information

Accreditation:
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.   (?)
Delivery Format:
Online   (?)
Educational Level:
Continuing Education   (?)
Language:
English
Requirements:
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.
 
 

UMassOnline

Facts & Figures
Institutional Accrediting Agency:   (?)
The University of Massachusetts campuses (Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, Lowell and Worcester) are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Address:
333 South Street, Suite 400
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
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Institution Type:   (?)
Public Higher Education
Calendar Type:
Courses generally follow the campuses' standard academic calendars and begin in early fall, winter, spring, and summer.
Credit-earning Options:
Credit earned by successfully completing UMass courses from one campus can, in most cases, be transferred to other campuses, colleges, and universities. However, course credits are not automatically transferable from one campus to another.
Delivery Format: (?)
Online.
Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive
Technical Requirements:
You must have: access to a personal computer (Mac or PC), basic computer skills, Internet connection, e-mail program and account, at least a 56 kbps modem, Java-capable browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari), Shockwave plugin (to use chat).
Geographic Restrictions:
None.
On-Campus Requirement:
None.
Loans Offered:
Availability of financial aid varies depending on course status and matriculation. Check with your advisor to determine your eligibility and application procedures.



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