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Paralegal Studies
Certificate

Curriculum/Courses Needed:
ENG 101 English Composition   3 credits
IST 102 Introduction to Information Technology   3 credits
PLS 101 Introduction to Paralegal Studies   3 credits
PLS 102 Legal Research   3 credits
PLS 103 Legal Writing and Documents   3 credits
PLS 104 Principles of Litigation   3 credits
PLS 105 Contracts and Torts   3 credits
PLS 203 Domestic Relations   3 credits
PSY 201 General Psychology   3 credits
  Electives (see approved list below)*   6 credits
Certificate 33 credits
   
*Choose two courses from the following list:
ADJ 201 Law Enforcement and the Community 3 credits
ADJ 203 Criminal Law 3 credits
BUS 104 Legal Environment of Business 3 credits
POL 101 American Government 3 credits
PLS 207 Real Estate Law 3 credits
PLS 269 Internship I 3 credits
Prerequisite:
  • Check latest catalog for prerequisites for each course.
  • Students may need to have a skills assessment for ENG 101 placement.
     
Program Description:
The paralegal studies certificate consists of specialized courses as well as general education offerings. Students who opt for a degree may apply the 33 credits from this one-year certificate program to the associate of arts degree in paralegal studies. 		  Related Jobs in the Region:
 • Paralegal in private firms
 • Court clerk
 • Title abstractor
 • Public Defender’s office
 • State’s Attorney’s Office
 • Legal department of corporations
     
This is an entry level option for seeking quick entry into the job market. It also offers options to working professionals who wish to upgrade their job skills. The program offers multiple options on the career ladder: certificate and/or associates degree at HCC and a transfer option to University of Maryland University College (UMUC).
 
For more information, call Loretta Thornhill at 301-790-2800, extension 481 or by e-mail at thornhillL@hagerstowncc.edu.