Certificate in Elective Paralegal
Berkeley College

Program Details

This online Elective Paralegal Certificate program features a series of seven-week courses focusing on essential legal areas for aspiring paralegals. Through engaging components such as case studies and legal research, students effectively prepare for their roles in the legal field.

The program emphasizes key competencies required in the paralegal field, including the use of technology and legal databases. Faculty with industry experience guide students in mastering foundational knowledge and practices crucial for success in the profession. With a minimum requirement of three courses, students choose the specific areas of law they want to delve into.

Some of the courses offered include:

  • Immigration Law
  • Wills, Trusts, and Estates
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Law Firm Administration and Management
  • Criminal Procedure
  • Employment Law
  • Real Property Law

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Berkeley College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Restricted States

California