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Online National Paralegal Certificate
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The National Paralegal Certificate is a 15-credit program designed to provide students with a broad yet practical introduction to the legal field. It equips learners with the core competencies required for entry-level legal support positions and offers a flexible pathway for continued study in WTI’s 45-credit Paralegal Studies program.
Students complete foundational courses in:
- Introduction to Paralegalism
- Introduction to Law
- Legal Terminology
- Legal Research & Writing
They also select one substantive law electives to personalize their learning experience, with options that may include:
- Contracts – Legal formation, breach, and remedies.
- Criminal Law – Classifications, procedures, and defenses.
- Civil Litigation – Pleadings, motions, and discovery.
- Family Law – Marriage, divorce, custody, and support.
- Real Estate Law – Property ownership, transactions, and closings.
- Corporate and Business Law – Entities, compliance, and contracts.
- Wills, Trusts, and Estates – Probate and estate planning fundamentals.
By completing this 15-credit program, students develop the communication, analytical, and procedural skills necessary to assist attorneys, manage legal documents, and navigate the court system—while earning a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates their legal competency.
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Required Courses for the National Paralegal Undergraduate Certificate
PLAW-101: Introduction to Paralegalism
PLAW-103: Introduction to Law
PLAW-102: Legal Terminology
PLAW-201: Legal Research & Writing
CHOICE OF: (1) Substantive Law Course
PLAW-226: Intellectual Property Law
PLAW-202: Contract Law
PLAW-205: Civil Litigation Law
PLAW-206: Personal Injury & Tort Law
PLAW-203: Criminal Law
PLAW-204: Real Estate Law
PLAW-207: Corporate Law
PLAW-208: Family Law
PLAW-208: Wills, Trusts, & Estates
PLAW-223: Immigration Law
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