Paralegal Certificate (358 Hours)
Paralegal and legal assistant careers enjoy a wide range of employment opportunities in both private and public sector. They are utilized by attorneys, corporations, insurance companies, banks, Real Estate companies and governmental agencies.
Courses are taught by licensed practicing attorneys or paralegals who lead students through real-life cases while providing critical insight into the legal profession. The eleven-course certificate offers 358 hours of instruction.
The program includes a 30 hour internship. The internship is designed to transition students from standard coursework to practical experience in a law office or other legal organization.
All classes are held on the Palo Alto College campus. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Recent courses being offered:
| Course/CRN |
Dates |
Day/Time |
Payment Deadline |
LGLA 2000
LGLA 1010
LGLA 1011
LGLA 1055
LGLA 2005 |
4/16 - 4/18
4/23 - 5/15
5/28 - 7/2
7/9 - 8/13
8/20 - 9/24 |
TR/5:30-9:30 p.m.
TWR/6-9 p.m.
TWR/6-9 p.m.
TWR/6-9 p.m.
TWR/6-9 p.m. |
4/9/2013
4/16/2013
5/21/2013
7/2/2013
8/13/2013 |
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Courses
LGLA 1002 Introduction to Paralegalism (16 Contact Hours) - Cost: $125.00
LGLA 2011 Paralegal Trial Preparation and Procedures (48 Contact Hours) - Cost: $302.00
LGLA 2000 Notary Public Training (8 Contact Hours) - Cost: $88.00
ITSC 1010 Paralegal Software - Pro Doc (32 Contact Hours) - Cost: $235.00
LGLA 1011 Introduction to Law (48 Contact Hours) - Cost: $302.00
LGLA 1055 Family Law (48 Contact Hours) - Cost: $302.00
LGLA 2005 Interviewing and Investigating (32 Contact Hours) - Cost: $235.00
LGLA 1019 Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility (16 Contact Hours) - Cost: $125.00
LGLA 2003 Tort and Personal Injury Law (48 Contact Hours) - Cost: $302.00
POFL 2005 Legal Research (32 Contact Hours) - Cost: $235.00
LGLA 2088 Internship - Paralegal (30 Contact Hours) - Cost: $209.00