Paralegal Certificate Program
Increase your opportunities and earning potential as a Paralegal by completing Northeastern University's 12-week, on-ground or online Paralegal Certificate Program. Today, a career as a Paralegal is both rewarding and exciting. If you can imagine yourself working behind the scenes of a "not guilty" verdict or completing the research necessary to bring a company public, a career as a paralegal might be right for you.
Many Career Opportunities
Not only are there career opportunities in law firms, but paralegals are in demand in corporations, state and local governments, banks, insurance companies, legal clinics, title companies, and courts. Paralegals who work in the private sector are usually employed by law firms or corporations and specialize in areas such as litigation, probate, real estate, or corporations. Paralegals working in the public sector are employed by government agencies and specialize in areas such as family law, consumer protection, landlord/tenant, or workers' compensation.
Complete the Entire Program in 12 Weeks
The curriculum reflects the demands of a busy general law practice and is conducted by professional paralegal/attorney teams. This program does not presume any prior legal knowledge or experience.
Team Teaching Gives you a Professional Edge
When it comes to being prepared to succeed in a paralegal career, Northeastern trained paralegals have the competitive edge. Each subject area is taught by both a practicing attorney and professional paralegal who combined work experience provides you with skills that are applicable and relevant in actual working environments.
Other Advantages
- Offered as noncredit or credit
- 12 weeks, part-time, start-to-finish
- Convenient on-ground (at 3 locations) or online format
- MOre than 25 year history of successfully training paralegals
- Unmatched career counseling services
If you would like to take this program for academic credit toward a degree, register for course number PRL 4400.
