Paralegal Studies Certificate
(24 semester hours)

 Undergraduate Catalog | Certificate


Objectives

  • Apply legal research methods and techniques that are used in the practice of law.
  • Develop skills in legal reasoning, in identifying and effectively using legal resources and in writing legal documents.
  • Evaluate the importance of secondary sources in legal research.
  • Describe the primary rules and sources and roles of each in legal research.
  • Distinguish how advice, persuasion, and advocacy enter into legal research.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the nature and function of the law and the application of critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Comprehend and describe what a paralegal is and how he/she fits into the legal system.


 Undergraduate Catalog | Certificate

 

American Public University System, American Public University and American Military University are not affiliated with American University.

American Public University System (APUS) is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association and nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council.

© 2012 American Public University System | 111 W. Congress Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 | Toll Free: 1-877-755-2787 | Privacy Policy