18 Legal Studies and Law Associate Programs

San Jose City College offers both an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS) and certificates in Administration of Justice Judicial Administration. Students planning to transfer should follow the Associate in Arts. The Judicial Administration option expands the existing Administration of Justice program focus beyond primarily law enforcement to include judicial branch careers. The program offers students educational opportunities which prepare them for entry into judicial branch careers. Additionally, the curriculum addresses the educational and professional development needs of the existing judicial branch workforce and prepares students for advancement in their careers working in the courts. The program goals address the increasing need for well-prepared applicants for court positions at all levels from entry to managerial.

The Associate Degree in Legal Studies/Paralegal works under the supervision of lawyers to draft and interpret legal documents; select, compile, and use technical legal information; analyze and resolve legal procedural problems; and recognize and manage potential ethical conflicts.

This interdisciplinary area of emphasis focuses on the development of communication skills, introduces students to the legal field, and prepares students for further study in a variety of majors such as Political Science, Communication Studies, Economics, Philosophy, Social and Behavioral Sciences.

The program is carefully designed to integrate theoretical knowledge with intensive practical training, aiming to enhance graduates' readiness by equipping them with the legal knowledge and professional skills necessary to succeed in various legal environments across both the public and private sectors.

The Associate Degree in Paralegal and Legal Studies prepares students to support lawyers and legal professionals by understanding the fundamentals of law and legal procedures. The program covers key t...

The Associate Degree of Legal Studies offers a practical introduction to the key areas of law and legal practice. Students learn about the Australian legal system, legal processes, and the core skills...

The Associate Degree in Public Interest Paralegal Studies is designed to give students a strong foundation in legal concepts and skills related to public interest law. The program focuses on understan...

This online program in Law and Paralegal Studies offers students a flexible way to gain foundational knowledge and practical skills needed in the legal field. The curriculum covers essential topics li...

The program in legal studies is designed to prepare students in any major for success in law school. The Law School Admission Council recommends that students receive a broad liberal arts education and hone their critical thinking, analytical, communications, and reading comprehension skills during their undergraduatecareers.

The paralegal and legal studies degree options are associate-level undergraduate programs which prepare you to start your legal career as a paralegal.

The Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies prepares students to support legal professionals by developing essential skills in legal research, writing, and case management. The program covers foundation...

The certificate in legal studies is an intensive ten-course sequence program [27-29 credits] that prepares the student for paralegal employment opportunities in private sector and public sector law, finance, human services, business and industry, and related fields.

The Legal Studies bachelors degree is a 125-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a variety of different legal professions.

The Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies readies students to sit for the Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam or Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal Exam.

Our ABA approved Paralegal program provides the fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, procedural law, drafting of legal documents, and research.