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  • Ashworth University

    Ashworth University

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Colorado Technical University Online

    Colorado Technical University Online

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    Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

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  • Kaplan University

    Kaplan University

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    Associate of Applied Science: Paralegal Studies

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    A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies

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    Advanced Start B.S. in Paralegal Studies

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    Bachelor of Science: Paralegal Studies

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    Associate: Paralegal

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Office Management

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Alternative Dispute Resolution

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Corporate Law

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Employment Law

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Family Law

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Legal Technology

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Personal Injury

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Real Estate Law

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    B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Social Security Law

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    Certificate: Pathway to Paralegal Postbaccalaureate

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    Postbaccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate

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  • Keiser University eCampus Online

    Keiser University eCampus Online

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    Paralegal Studies AA (Online)

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  • Penn Foster College

    Penn Foster College

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • South University

    South University

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    Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

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  • Stratford Career Institute

    Stratford Career Institute

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    Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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  • Virginia College Online

    Virginia College Online

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    AS - Paralegal Studies

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  • Westwood College Online

    Westwood College Online

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    Paralegal

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  • Gibbs Schools

    Gibbs Schools

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Sanford-Brown College

    Sanford-Brown College

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Western School of Health and Business

    Western School of Health and Business

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    Paralegal Specialist

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  • Everest University Online

    Everest University Online

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    Paralegal (Associate's)

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    Paralegal (Bachelor's)

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  • George Washington University

    George Washington University

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    Master of Professional Studies in Paralegal Studies

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  • Herzing College Online

    Herzing College Online

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    AS Legal Assisting/Paralegal

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  • Minnesota School of Business

    Minnesota School of Business

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    Paralegal

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  • Penn Foster Career School

    Penn Foster Career School

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  • Penn Foster Global

    Penn Foster Global

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Post University

    Post University

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Rasmussen College

    Rasmussen College

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    Paralegal AAS Degree

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    Paralegal Certificate

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  • Stonecliffe College Online

    Stonecliffe College Online

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    Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

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  • ACR

    ACR

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    Paralegal

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    Paralegal Office Assistant

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    Paralegal - AAB

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  • Andover College

    Andover College

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    Associate: Paralegal Studies

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  • Baker College Campus

    Baker College Campus

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    Associate - Paralegal

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  • Berkeley College

    Berkeley College

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    AAS Paralegal Studies

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  • Berks Technical Institute

    Berks Technical Institute

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    Paralegal/Legal Secretary

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  • Bradford School Columbus

    Bradford School Columbus

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    Paralegal

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  • Bradford School Pittsburgh

    Bradford School Pittsburgh

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    Paralegal

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  • Branford Hall Career Institute

    Branford Hall Career Institute

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    Paralegal

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  • Brown Mackie College

    Brown Mackie College

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    Associate of Applied Business in Paralegal

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    Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal

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    Associate of Science in Paralegal

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    Certificate in Paralegal Assistant

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    Diploma in Paralegal Assistant

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  • Career College of Northern Nevada

    Career College of Northern Nevada

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • CDI College

    CDI College

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    Paralegal Communications

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  • Center For Advanced Legal Studies

    Center For Advanced Legal Studies

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    Associate of Applied Science Degree Paralegal Program

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    Paralegal Certificate Program

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  • Everest Institute

    Everest Institute

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    Paralegal

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  • Florida Technical College

    Florida Technical College

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    Paralegal Studies

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  • Fremont College

    Fremont College

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    Paralegal

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  • Globe College

    Globe College

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    Paralegal

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  • Herzing College

    Herzing College

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    AS Legal Assisting/Paralegal

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    Diploma Paralegal

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  • Hesser College

    Hesser College

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    Associate: Paralegal Studies

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  • Hickey College

    Hickey College

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    Paralegal

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  • International Business College - Fort Wayne

    International Business College - Fort Wayne

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    Paralegal

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  • International Business College - Indianapolis

    International Business College - Indianapolis

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    Paralegal

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  • Kaplan College

    Kaplan College

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    Associate: Paralegal

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    Certificate: General Practice Paralegal

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  • Keiser University

    Keiser University

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    Paralegal Studies AA

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    Paralegal Studies AA (Online)

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  • King's College

    King's College

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  • Lamson College

    Lamson College

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What Does a Paralegal Do?

Getdegrees.com features the nations top campus and distance learning schools accredited by local and national agencies. Find college degrees online or at a campus nearby. Currently featuring 69 paralegal schools offering over 53 paralegal related degrees, certificates and diplomas.

Paralegals are assistants specially trained to handle the day-to-day needs of the lawyers they work for. Whether you are the sole assistant to a top lawyer or part of a team of paralegals in a legal department, your job will include the following tasks:

Draft and file documents
Interview clients
Research cases and precedents
Non-legal research

As a paralegals, you will be able to find work anywhere including private law forms, the district attorney's office, government agencies, major corporations, banks, hospitals, or insurance companies.

What training do I need to become a paralegal?

Community colleges, online institutions, and vocational schools all offer certificates, associate’s degrees and bachelor’s degrees. No matter which program you choose, you will be trained specifically for the position of paralegal.

Your training as a paralegal will give you the tools to make a lawyers job go more smoothly without the ultimate responsibility of the cases. The list of tasks delegated to paralegals grows daily but their scope of practice is very specifically defined especially regarding presenting cases in court, offering legal advice, and setting legal fees.

What will I earn as a paralegal?

Education and experience greatly impact your earning potential as a paralegal. Where you live and who employs you also affects your rate of income.

Large firms and companies in large cities generally pay more than their smaller, more rural counterparts. Many paralegals, however, are often given bonuses in addition to a salary that could land anywhere between $28,000 and $50,000+. Legal secretaries make a bit more with salaries that range from $32,000 to $53,000+. Senior paralegals command salaries of $35,000 to $60,000+.

Do I need to be licensed or certified to be a paralegal?

No. There are some national exams for paralegals but none are required. It is recommended that you enroll in an American Bar Association approved program.

What is the future of the field?

The position of paralegal is expected to grow faster than most professions in the next decade, by more than 30 percent.

 

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