Legal Studies Associate of Applied Science Degree PS13
The Legal Studies program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in the paralegal profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The knowledge and skills emphasized in this program include ethical obligations; research
in state and federal law; legal correspondence preparation; family law matters; basic concepts of real property law, criminal law and procedure, civil litigation, tort law, and substantive contract law; and wills, trusts, and probate. The program of study emphasizes opportunities that provide students with specialized legal knowledge and skills required to aid lawyers in the delivery of legal services. Program graduates receive a Legal Studies Associate of Applied Science degree.
Curriculum
General Education Core (Required Minimum: 18 Semester Credit Hours)
Area I – Language Arts/Communication
Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences – Select one
Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics – Select one
Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts – Select one
Program – Specific Requirements
XXXX 0000
| Choose any additional course from Areas I, II, III, or IV | 3 |
Occupational Courses
Select One
Complete 9 credits from the following courses
Total Credit Hours: 69