Paralegal Studies Degree Program
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies
Are you interested in a career in law? If so, then earning a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies (BSPS) degree is a great way to start pursuing your career. It also provides a great foundation if you are planning to apply for law school.
Employment opportunities for paralegals and legal assistants are expected to grow by 22 percent through the year 2016*. Paralegals who specialize in areas such as real estate, bankruptcy, medical malpractice and product liability are in demand now.
The Paralegal Studies degree program focuses on helping you prepare with the real-world knowledge and skills required to offer quality legal assistance to the increasing number of organizations and law firms needing such services. Courses in the Paralegal degree program are taught by instructors with applicable experience in the legal profession. You can learn how to analyze complex facts, distinguish the role of the paralegal from the lawyer and the ethical guidelines for paralegal practice and demonstrate proficiency in tasks common to paralegal practice such as client interviews, fact gathering, document preparation, and case management.
When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
- Paralegal
- Legal Research Specialist
- Legal Secretary
- Law Clerk
- Law Office Manager
- Legal Aid Specialist
- Legal Assistant
- Court Clerk
- Records Clerk
- And many other similar positions
*US Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook" 2008-09 Edition http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos114.htm#outlook
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This program is available at the following CTU campuses: