Credits: 3 Credits (126 Clock Hours)
Self-paced: 4-month completion deadline.
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Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of criminal law with WTI's WOL-401 course. This robust program encompasses the latest laws, regulations, and practices, offering extensive insights into both criminal law and procedure. Students will explore foundational concepts and current trends, including terrorism, cyber threats, and corporate crime. With a focus on the paralegal's role, the course incorporates real-world case excerpts to hone case analysis skills and offers various tools to refine problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the distinction between federal and state authorities in criminal law.
- Grasp the primary objectives of criminal law.
- Decode the basic elements of most crimes, specifically mens rea and actus reus.
- Analyze pressing legal issues concerning death and suicide.
- Familiarize with major U.S. Constitutional provisions and amendments applicable in the criminal context.
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Courses are self-paced and supported by qualified faculty. Students work on their reading, assignments, and quizzes on their own time. This flexibility allows students to study while navigating the rest of their busy lives. Our courses and programs have completion deadlines, but beyond that, students can complete the work on their own schedule. Instructors are always available for questions and support. Students are not required to attend any scheduled class meetings.
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Advance your education with an accredited certificate program from Washington Technical Institute (WTI). WTI is Regionally accredited by the Middle States Association CESS, and licensed by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education as an institution of higher learning.
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Washington Technical Institute is Regionally accredited by the Middle States Association CESS, and licensed by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education as an institution of higher learning.