LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE
EXTENSION PROGRAM
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES
SPRING 2010 SESSION
- Classes Begin March 15 -
PROFESSIONAL PARALEGAL ACADEMY
| PL-S.09 |
Limited to 25 Students – Enroll Early! |
| Schedule: |
M/W (6:30 PM - 9:30PM) & 2-3 Saturdays/mo. (9-1pm) |
The Professional Paralegal Academy is a superior training program giving graduates a marketable edge in today’s competitive workplace Graduates of this program are prepared to handle the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities in any type of law practice. Instruction focuses on “competency-based” learning objectives, developing critical thinking and analytical skills.
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The academy’s 400+ hours of training sets the Professional Paralegal Academy apart from any other paralegal school. The training you will receive in the Academy is well regarded and highly respected by law firms throughout Los Angeles. With over 20 paralegal skill-based modules, an Externship requirement and an advanced level civil litigation practicum, it is considered to be the most comprehensive program of its kind. To ensure academic integrity, a Certificate (Core Program, Externship and Practicum level) will be awarded upon successful completion of all modules and components of the Professional Paralegal Academy with a grade point average of 2.0 or above. Practicum level meets at the college. Externship requirement is accomplished through continuing legal education and/or volunteering at pre-approved legal clinics or court programs.
CORE PROGRAM
| Introduction to the Paralegal Field |
Discovery |
| Legal Terminology |
Law & Motion |
| Legal Analysis |
Trial Prep Workshop |
| Case Briefing |
Post-Trial Motions & Appeals |
| Ethics for the Paralegal |
Employment Law |
| Personal Injury & Tort Law |
Family Law |
| Contracts & Business Entities |
Bankruptcy Procedures |
| Legal Research & Writing |
Computers for the Paralegal |
| CA Evidence |
Entertainment Law |
| Commencement of the Lawsuit |
Intellectual Property Law |
| Criminal & Constitutional Law |
Career Development |
| Investigations/Process Service |
Alternative Dispute Resolution |
| Probate |
Insurance Law |
| Immigration Law |
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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
California Statutory Compliance Statement
The Professional Paralegal Academy, through Los Angeles Valley College Extension Program, exceeds the mandate for paralegal education requirements under California Business & Professions Code §6450. Earning a Certificate from the Professional Paralegal Academy enables individuals to work as paralegals under a licensed attorney in California.
PRACTICUM LEVEL & EXTERNSHIP COMPONENTS
Practicum Level component is advanced level civil litigation training involving legal research, legal analysis, drafting pleadings and a motion for summary judgment. Externship component is a minimum of 12 hours where students have the option of volunteering at approved locations and/or participating in continuing legal education outside of the classroom.
TUITION & MATERIALS FEE
$4200 IF PAID IN FULL
EASY 8-PAYMENT PLAN CONTRACT
$4,500 UNDER CONTRACT
$1,200 Deposit - Eight (8) payments of $425.00 due monthly.
| Additional Books: |
Approximately 1-2 additional reference books. |
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Complete and pass Core, Practicum and Externship components with a 2.0 grade point average or higher. All tuition fees must be paid in full in order to graduate from the Academy.
Easy Payment Plan Agreement & Refund Policies
Students entering into the Easy Payment Plan Agreement are bound by the terms of the Agreement during the duration of the Agreement. LAVC reserves the right to assign monies owed under the Agreement to a collection agency. In the event of a default on the Agreement, a 25% charge will be added to the original tuition.
Minimum deposits are required for each Academy and are non-refundable once the Academy begins. Refunds may be granted ONLY if presented in writing at least 10 working days in advance of the first class meeting. A 25% refund processing fee will be retained by the Extension Program for all granted refunds.
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