School: Centennial College
Program:Paralegal
Program | Paralegal | Faculty | The Business School |
Credential | Graduate Certificate | Duration | 1 year / 3 semesters |
Starting Month | Fall, Winter | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
The Paralegal program at Centennial College was launched as a direct response to industry demand for paralegals, which continues to this day.
Because the Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC) accredits this one-year undertaking, upon successful completion of this college Paralegal program, you are eligible to write the mandatory LSUC licensing examination that is required to practice as a paralegal in Ontario.
Advantages:
You learn in state-of-the-art facilities such as an on-campus mock courtroom that gives you the opportunity to practice being a paralegal through moot court and mock trial competitions.
Hands-on learning within this School of Business program includes the use of technology systems such as PCLaw, Quicklaw and other legal research tools that support paralegal objectives.
Successful Paralegal program students are highly organized, possess the ability to plan and prioritize, are comfortable with researching tasks, possess strong analytical, numeracy and interpersonal skills, thrive under pressure, have the ability to meet deadlines, are innovative problem solvers and decision makers, have the ability to work successfully in a team environment and adapt easily to technology and current industry computer software.
Admission Requirement:
University degree or a two-year or three-year college diploma in any discipline
We will consider applicants who have a partial university degree (minimum 50%), and who have a minimum of two years work experience relevant to the program
Proof of English proficiency
Tuition Fees:
Student
| Tuition ( 2 Semesters)
| Incidental Fees
| Total
|
Canadian
| $4421
| $973
| $5394
|
International | $13283 | $2256 | $15539 |
Career:
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as:
Paralegal business owner
Paralegal for corporation
Paralegal agent
Credits Transfer
Students who successfully complete this program may qualify for entry into Ontario college graduate certificates and university degree programs at institutions such as McMaster University, University of Guelph and Northern Alberta Institution of Technology.
Link to Centennial College Official Website
https://www.centennialcollege.ca/