Paralegal Studies

The Bachelor of Science or Associate degree programs in Paralegal Studies at Utah Career College deliver the education students will need to succeed in today’s paralegal job market. Working as a paralegal is a challenging position, and one of the fastest growing occupations in the United States. The practical applications and underlying legal theory that our curriculum offers makes our graduates in demand for stimulating job opportunities in the paralegal field.

We offer comprehensive training that allows graduates to work under the guidance and supervision of an attorney in entry and mid-level positions. Our paralegal graduates are employed in many settings like:

• Private law firms
• Public service law firms
• Government offices
• Financial institutions
• Courts
• Corporate legal departments
• Collection and insurance companies

Students utilize computers and different legal software programs. Lectures, individual and team projects, reading and briefing of cases, document preparation, and mock trials and hearings all provide students the opportunity to think critically, analyze legal issues, and express themselves clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Students gain practical experience in researching legal issues, drafting legal documents, conducting investigations, and dealing with clients. This training combined with courses in communications, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences provides our graduates with the well-rounded foundations they need for future academic and career success.

Bachelor of Science Degree – 15 quarters
Associate in Applied Science Degree – 8 quarters