Paralegal
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program No: 10-110-1
Degree Completion Time: 4 Terms
2010-2011 Program
Curriculum and Course Offerings
Recommended Sequence of Courses
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About the Career
Paralegals work under the supervision of lawyers
in a range of tasks--researching the law;
investigating; preparing for hearings, trials, and
real estate closings; interviewing clients and
witnesses; and preparing legal documents and
other legal correspondence. Paralegals cannot
give legal advice or represent clients in court. If
you are detail oriented, organized, strong in
communications, and enjoy researching and
analyzing facts, you might find a career as a
paralegal very rewarding.
Read the American Bar Association Paralegal Program requirement.
About Shared Programs
LTC offers its Paralegal program in cooperation with Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC), Fond du Lac. As a Paralegal student, you'll:
- Attend live, interactive TV classes sent from LTC to MPTC.
- Take General Education classes at MPTC.
Career Outlook
The job outlook for paralegals is excellent well into the next decade. Competition for paralegal positions is intense; however, highly skilled, formally trained paralegals have great employment potential. The outlook is especially promising in large law firms or firms specializing in real estate or corporate law, as well as in federal and state government programs.
Potential Positions
Paralegals may find employment in any of the following:
Administrative Branch of Government
Corporate Human Resources or Legal Department
District Attorney's Office
Insurance Company
Law Office
Title Company
Trust Department of a Bank
Approximate Costs
- $106.00 per credit (resident)
- $159.00 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online class fee is $10 per credit
- Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms, health-related exams, etc)
FAQ
What are the approximate program costs?
See the LTC Program Costs
Brochure.
What's the starting monthly salary for an
LTC Paralegal program grad?
For the latest LTC graduate salary information available, click here.
Can I receive financial aid?
On average, more than 90 percent of LTC students who apply for financial aid receive some kind of assistance. In addition, thousands of scholarship dollars are awarded each year by the LTC Foundation, Inc. For more info, visit our financial
aid page.
How do I apply for admission?
Request and complete a student application and mail to LTC at 1290 North Avenue,
Cleveland, WI 53015 or print out the
application. Or you can apply online.
Testimonials
“I would recommend LTC's Paralegal program to anyone who wants a quality, American Bar Association-approved paralegal education. The program not only teaches the concept of law, but also enables the students to have a hands-on learning experience.”
–Michelle R. Hawley
“I chose LTC's Paralegal program because I knew other people who received degrees there and were working in the Legal field and truly enjoying their careers. I got a job in a local law firm three months before graduation and am currently using everything I learned in the program. LTC provides the “hands-on” skills people need and employers are seeking.”
–Kathleen Weiand
Want more information?
•Submit
your questions online
•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109
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