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Program Overview
Contribute to the pursuit of justice and help resolve legal matters as a paralegal. Study key legal areas, including property rights, litigation, and estate planning. Work on projects and draft legal documents you'll encounter as a paralegal. You'll explore career options and tailor your education to your interests and goals.
Admissions Requirements
To be admitted into our Paralegal certificate program, you must have an associate or bachelor's degree with at least 18 general education credits. This ensures that you have the college-level communication skills required in paralegal careers.
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Careers in Paralegal Services
Paralegal expertise is vital to an organization's success across all industries. Legal assistants often work in law firms, corporate offices, and government agencies.
Graduates of this program are prepared to begin a career as a paralegal or legal assistant. Previous graduates work at law firms, corporations, and government offices throughout New York State.
Career Snapshot: Paralegals and Legal Assistants
- Median Salary: $62,890 nationally
- Entry-Level Education: Associate degree or certificate
- Related Jobs: Arbitrator, Mediator, Conciliator, Claims Adjuster, Judge, Hearing Officer, Lawyer
Explore More Career Pathways: Visit Career Coach or the Bureau of Labor Statistics to compare job titles, education requirements, salary data, and employment outlook.
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Online Certificate Program
Our paralegal degree and certificate programs are 100% online. Online courses provide a convenient and flexible way to earn your education. Study on your time and from a location that fits your schedule.
Hands-On Paralegal Experience with Internships
Complete a 128-hour paralegal internship and gain first-hand experience in this profession. Find the perfect fit with our network of over 35 law firms, real estate companies, government agencies, banks, and insurance companies.
During your internship, you'll engage in substantive legal work such as preparing official documents (trusts, wills, and real estate closings) and managing client communications.
Learn From Regional Paralegal Experts
Meet experts in various legal fields through the program's guest speaker series. Attorneys and paralegals from Rochester, Syracuse, and Buffalo will discuss real-world scenarios.
Make an informed choice about your future. Hear what it's like to work in public firms, small private practices, real estate offices, and corporate headquarters.
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Paralegal Courses
Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:
- PLG 100 - Intro to Legal Practice
- PLG 115 - Computers in the Law Office
- PLG 125 - Legal Research & Writing I
- PLG 210 - Real Property Law & Practice
- PLG 225 - Legal Research & Writing II
- PLG 230 - Family Law
- PLG 235 - Admin. Wills, Trusts & Estates
- PLG 240 - Courts & Litigation
Visit our academic catalog for a complete list of program requirements. Review prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.
Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities
Earn an affordable SUNY education at FLCC. With low in-state tuition, financial aid, and scholarships that can help reduce your program costs, you can make a confident plan to pay for college. Our financial aid team can help you review your estimated expenses and the steps to apply for aid.
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$5,616
annual in-state tuition ($234 per credit hour).
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of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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