Certificate in Legal Office Assistant
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The Certificate in Legal Office Assistant provides students with essential skills for supporting legal professionals. You'll learn about legal terminology, office procedures, and effective communication. The program incorporates hands-on training with software commonly used in legal settings, giving you practical experience in a supportive learning environment.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as legal office assistants, paralegals, or other support roles in law firms, courts, and governmental agencies. The skills acquired will make you a valuable asset in various legal environments.
Introduction
This program is offered entirely online and is designed primarily for the person with little or no previous experience. The focus is on the development of strong office support skills with an emphasis on interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Graduates of this program will be prepared for standard operational procedures that are required for the smooth operation of a business office.
Curriculum
Mandatory Courses
- Business Law
- Business Culture and Coll. Pract
- Legal Terminology
- Legal Office Procedures
- Family Law
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service: Modern Approach
Elective Courses
In addition to the Mandatory Courses listed, please select 4 courses from the following:
- Litigation Practice and Procedure 1
- Litigation Practice Procedure 2
- Criminal Law
- Wills and Estates Practice and Procedure
- Real Estate Practice and Procedure 1