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Students interested in pursuing a career in legal policy and public knowledge are ideal candidates for Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Paralegal Studies certificate programs. Webster offers options for both undergraduate and graduate certificates, allowing students and working professionals to study law in 2 flexible, comprehensive programs.
The Paralegal Studies Certificate programs provide the theoretical and practical education needed to work as a paralegal or legal assistant in a professional setting.
Special Requirements to maintain approval:
Students must take at least nine semester hours of required Legal Specialty courses through synchronous instruction.
Two Paths to Get You Where You Want to Go
Webster is proud to offer programs designed to meet students where they are and guide them toward their goals. The Certificate in Paralegal Studies and Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies are available in St. Louis at the main Â鶹ÊÓƵ campus and through Â鶹ÊÓƵ Online.
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
This 24-credit-hour program covers the core principles and practices of law.
Requirements for the Certificate in Paralegal Studies
- LEGL 2400/POLT 2400 Introduction to Law (3 hours)
- LEGL 3000 Legal Ethics (3 hours)
- LEGL 3490 Civil Procedure Law (3 hours)
- LEGL 4460 Methods of Legal Research and Writing I (3 hours)
- LEGL 4470 Methods of Legal Research and Writing II (3 hours)
- LEGL 4480 Computerized Legal Research (3 hours)
- LEGL 4800 Advanced Topics in Law (6 hours)
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Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies
This 24-credit-hour graduate certificate program is designed for those just getting started in their legal careers and experienced legal professionals.
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