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Paralegal Courses

Skills Grounded in Practice
Aside from setting legal fees, offering legal advice and presenting cases in court, you might not be able to distinguish a paralegal from an actual attorney. More firms are relying on legal assistants to compile research, prepare court documents, and assist representation during trials. And as you might expect, paralegal courses have increased their rigor and expectations. The National Federation of Paralegal Associations recommends potential students earn a four-year degree before entering a legal program. Some of the skills you'll learn in your training include:

Identifying appropriate resources that are relevant to assigned cases
Preparing legal arguments, draft pleadings and motions
Working with legal technology, such as databases and imaging software
Investigating cases to ensure that all relevant information is considered

Potential Career Options
The career outlook is exceptionally optimistic, as firms looking to cut costs tend to hire paralegals to handle tasks normally assigned to attorneys. As a legal assistant, the name of the game is specialization. Due to the complex nature of various areas of law, most paralegals typically choose a particular area of practice and learn as much as possible. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics identifies these popular areas of law available to graduates of paralegal courses:

Personal injury
Corporate law
Criminal law
Intellectual property
Labor law

Select the best degree program for you from the list of criminal justice colleges below:

Keiser University eCampus Online

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Locations: Online

Keiser University eCampus Online offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement to rewarding careers.

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Virginia College

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Locations: Online

Ready to earn a well-respected degree? Need a flexible schedule? Virginia College can help. Become an office superstar with our business program. Or make a difference in your community by earning a paralegal or Criminal Justice degree. Can't get enough of your computer? Try our programs in Information Systems or Cybersecurity. No matter what program you choose, you'll get the top-quality education you deserve with an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree from Virginia College.

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Strayer University

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Locations: Birmingham, AL Newark, DE Washington, DC Tampa, FL Atlanta, GA Baltimore, MD Germantown, MD Millersville, MD Owings Mills, MD Rockville, MD Suitland, MD Charlotte, NC Greensboro, NC Mooresville, NC Raleigh, NC King of Prussia, PA Springfield, PA Trevose, PA Charleston, SC Columbia, SC Greenville, SC Memphis, TN Nashville, TN Alexandria, VA Arlington, VA Ashburn, VA Chesapeake, VA Fredericksburg, VA Glen Allen, VA Manassas, VA Midlothian, VA Newport News, VA Woodbridge, VA

Established in 1892 and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Strayer University is dedicated to providing quality higher education programs for working adults like you. Classes are designed to fit your busy schedule, meeting on evenings, weekends, and asynchronously on the web. Undergraduate and graduate programs are available in accounting, business and internet technology.

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Kaplan University

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Locations: Online

Kaplan University's accredited online degree programs allow you to earn the degree you need and advance your career without missing a day of work.

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Westwood College

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Locations: Annandale, VA Arlington, VA

Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College's programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals.

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Fortis Institute

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Locations: Dothan, AL Foley, AL Mobile, AL Montgomery, AL Phoenix, AZ Jacksonville, FL Largo, FL Miami, FL Mulberry, FL Orange Park, FL Pensacola, FL Tampa, FL Winter Park, FL Smyrna, GA Indianapolis, IN Hyattsville, MD Lawrence Township, NJ Wayne, NJ Cincinnati, OH Cuyahoga Falls, OH Dayton, OH Ravenna, OH Westerville, OH Kingston, PA Scranton, PA Columbia, SC Salt Lake City, UT Norfolk, VA Richmond, VA

At Fortis Institute, we provide students with the skills and training they need to prepare for a variety of in-demand career fields, including Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Dental Assistant, and Medical Business & Clinical Specialist. We offer qualified instructors, personalized attention, career services for our graduates, and much more. Programs vary by location. Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information.

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Northwestern College

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Locations: Bridgeview, IL Chicago, IL Naperville, IL

Prepare for a lifetime of opportunities at Northwestern College. Founded in 1902, Northwestern College is a family-owned business dedicated to helping career-oriented students just like you succeed in business and in life. We offer day, evening and weekend classes for the flexibility you need to balance work, school, family and other obligations. Small class sizes ensure that you'll receive plenty of personalized attention from our dedicated faculty.

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Vancouver Career College

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Locations: Abbotsford, British Columbia (Canada) Burnaby, British Columbia (Canada) Chilliwack, British Columbia (Canada) Coquitlam, British Columbia (Canada) Kelowna, British Columbia (Canada) Surrey, British Columbia (Canada) Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada)

Looking for a degree program that fits your life? At Vancouver Career College, we understand the needs of working students and offer a variety of degree programs geared toward your success. We offer several convenient locations, dedicated faculty and staff, and an employment success record for graduates unmatched in the industry.

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Post University

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Locations: Online

Prepare for a brighter future by earning your degree online or on campus at Post University. Founded in 1890, Post University has a proud heritage of empowering students to become leaders in their chosen fields. Select from a variety of career-track programs in fields such as Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal justice, Finance, Legal Studies, Legal Nurse Consulting, Management, Marketing, and HR Management.

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Pioneer Pacific College

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Locations: Clackamas, OR Springfield, OR Wilsonville, OR

Pioneer Pacific College is a nationally recognized college with locations in the greater Portland area and Springfield, OR. Degree programs are available in Business, Law, Computer Science and Health Services. Diplomas can be earned in as little as 10 months and weekday, Saturday and evening classes are available for total flexibility. Financial aid is available for students who qualify.

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Career Point College

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Locations: Online

Are you ready for a change? Career Point College can help you achieve more in your life and your career. We offer Diploma and AAS degrees that can help prepare you for exciting career opportunities as a PC Technician, Network Support Specialist, Legal Secretary, or Accountant.

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CDI College

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Locations: Calgary, Alberta (Canada) Edmonton, Alberta (Canada) Abbotsford, British Columbia (Canada) Burnaby, British Columbia (Canada) Richmond, British Columbia (Canada) Surrey, British Columbia (Canada) Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada) Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada) Ajax, Ontario (Canada) Laval, Quebec (Canada) Longueuil, Quebec (Canada) Montreal, Quebec (Canada) Pointe-Claire, Quebec (Canada) Quebec, Quebec (Canada)

CDI College has over 30 years of experience providing quality career education to students all across Canada. CDI College can give you the knowledge and training you need to get hired and succeed in the real world. Once you've earned your diploma in business, technology or healthcare, you can take advantage of CDI College's job assistance programs. Choose morning, afternoon or evening classes for maximum flexibility.

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American InterContinental University

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Locations: South Florida, FL Atlanta, GA

Start down the path to future career opportunities at American InterContinental University. AIU offers a curriculum designed to provide students with a solid foundation, including both general education and industry-specific classes. Small classes help to ensure that students receive focused attention. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

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Charter College Online

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Locations: Online

Advance your career with an online degree from Charter College Online. We offer several online bachelor's degrees in business. At Charter College, you'll earn an online, accredited degree in months, not years. Our accelerated programs are designed to help you complete your degree as quickly as possible. We offer year-round classes and flexible scheduling � study anytime from anywhere.

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Heald College

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Locations: Concord, CA Fresno, CA Hayward, CA Milpitas, CA Rancho Cordova, CA Roseville, CA Salinas, CA San Francisco, CA Stockton, CA Honolulu, HI Portland, OR

At Heald College, we're dedicated to helping students like you achieve their future goals. Our 18-month associate degree programs will prepare you for a career in Business, Technology or Healthcare. We offer practical, hands-on expert instruction, and small class sizes ensure that you get the one-on-one attention you deserve. Lifetime job placement assistance is available for graduates, and financial aid is available for students who qualify.

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