Paralegal Studies, A.A.S.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Paralegal Studies is a program designed to provide students with a balance between theory and practice, enabling graduates to step immediately into opportunities in this growing area of the legal community. The program is designed to prepare individuals for employment at all levels of the law-administration, trial, appellate, and government.

Students completing the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Paralegal Studies will:

• Understand and be able to function within federal and state legal systems.
• Possess the basic skills of writing, reading for information, Critical Thinking & Learning, and applied mathematics necessary to be successful in the Paralegal field.
• Successfully complete entry level or pre-employment examinations for state institutions
• Successfully obtain employment or promotion within the paralegal field including but not limited to: law offices, investigator, claims analyst compliance officer, and legal advocate

Students in the Paralegal Program are subject to the Community and Technical College’s requirements for admissions, basic skills testing, and appropriate course placement, including mandated developmental courses, which are not counted toward completion of the program. Blue Ridge CTC Catalog requirements regarding academic standards, student conduct, and graduation procedures also apply.