Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Program Details
Would you like to work in the legal field, side-by-side with attorneys? Join the fast-growing careers of a paralegal or legal secretary. At Tompkins Cortland Community College, you can earn your Associate of Applied Science degree in Paralegal 100% online. This degree, besides providing a core of general education knowledge, will prepare you to research and draft legal documents. You will study and gain insight to various types of law, including:
- Family law
- Estate planning
- Real estate law
- Civil litigation
This degree is asynchronous, meaning you can take courses at any time, from anywhere – there are no class meeting times. Furthermore, if you already hold a bachelor’s degree or have previous college credit, this AAS may be completed in less time.
Requirements
- Official high school transcripts
- Official transcripts from any colleges attended
- Placement test may be required
School Accreditation Statement
Middle States Commission on Higher Education