2009 CCBC College Catalog
Paralegal Certificate Program
Students must demonstrate competence in reading (Skill Level 2), writing (Skill Level 2), and mathematics (Skill Level 1) prior to receiving a Certificate as required by the College’s Academic Standards Policy.
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Certificate Requirements:
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Credits
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____PALG 103
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Legal Research and Writing for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 104
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Law Office Practices/Legal Ethics
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4
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____PALG 173
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Internship: Legal Studies
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3
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____PALG 201
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Practice and Procedure
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3
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____PALG 207
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Tort Law for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 217
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Business Law for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 230
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Advanced Legal Research for Paralegals
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3
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Total Certificate Requirements:
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22
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Electives:
(Choose a total of 9 credits)
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____PALG/PRLW 101
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Introduction to Law
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3
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____PALG 108
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Real Estate Law for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG/LBST 109
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Labor Law II
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3
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____PALG/CRJU 126
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Vehicle Laws and Accident Investigation
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3
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____PALG/CRJU 128
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Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
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3
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____PALG 202
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Criminal Law for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 203
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Estate Administration for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 205
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Administrative Law for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 206
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Domestic Relations for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 208
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Workers' Compensation for Paralegals
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3
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____PALG 225
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Bankruptcy and Debt Collection Law for Paralegals
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3
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Total Electives:
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9
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Total Credits Required for Certificate:
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31
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NOTE: The Paralegal Studies courses were formerly designated as PLAW
Program Description:
General Education Policy
The certificate in Paralegal Studies is designed for students who have an A.A., A.S., A.A.S.*, or baccalaureate degree and would like to start a career as a paralegal. Previous degree must have at least 18 semester credits of general education course work and must meet certain requirements for writing proficiency, oral communication skills, and breadth of study.
* A.A.S. students must consult the program coordinator.
Department Chair/Coordinator
CCBC Dundalk
Donna S. Mandl, J.D.
410-285-9477 or dmandl@ccbcmd.edu
Program Coordinator
CCBC Catonsville
Meisha Grimes, J.D.
410-455-6930 or mgrimes@ccbcmd.edu
