Paralegal Certificate Program

 

Paralegal

North Carolina State Bar has designated Guilford College as a qualified

Paralegal Studies Program.

Guilford College is a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE)

The purpose of the Guilford College Paralegal Certificate Program is to help students prepare for a career as a paralegal (sometimes referred to as a legal assistant). There are many areas of employment opportunities. The most common is employment with a law firm, which can vary in size from one attorney to hundreds. Local, state and federal governmental entities also require the services of paralegals. Corporations also hire a significant number of paralegals.

The demand for paralegals has grown tremendously in the last 30 years, and it is anticipated that demand will increase in the future. The Guilford College Paralegal Certificate Program prepares individuals for the growing paralegal profession with an intense program of study that will take place over 18-20 weeks. Classes are held during the evenings and/or Saturdays for approximately 10 hours per week. Students will also be required to do more than 100 hours of study, as well as research and writing assignments, outside of the classroom.

Classrooms are located on the beautiful campus of Guilford College, located at 5800 West Friendly Ave., Greensboro, NC 27410. The classrooms are newly renovated and contain the technology necessary to help students achieve their educational goals.

For more information, call (336) 316-2169 or e-mail pdtc@guilford.edu. Details can also be found on our Web site at www.guilford.edu/para.

Program Benefits

  • Career advancement: This course is rigorous, preparing students for career advancement opportunities.
  • Experienced Instructors: All of the instructors are either experienced attorneys or paralegals.
  • Tuition reimbursement: Many students will be eligible to apply for employer tuition reimbursement.
  • Action-oriented curriculum: The course provides opportunities for participants to network and apply what they learn to the workplace.
  • Certification Information: Upon successful completion of the Guilford College Paralegal Program, students will be eligible to sit for the North Carolina State Bar Paralegal Certification examination.

Program Requirements

Admission Criteria:

Applicants must hold either an Associate’s Degree or a Bachelor’s Degree. Students must be proficient in basic internet skills, word processing skills, have access to a computer and be fluent in the English language.

Tuition and Schedule:

  • Fees: N/A
  • Tuition: $4,500.00
  • Books & Supplies: $495.00
  • Class Starting Twice a Year

Certification Information

Upon successful completion of the Guilford College Paralegal Program, students will be eligible to sit for the North Carolina State Bar Paralegal Certification examination.

Registration

To register

  • by fax, send your completed registration to (336) 316-2935.
  • by mail, complete the registration form and send it with a check. Make checks payable to Guilford College and mail to address on registration form.
  • online, visit www.guilford.edu/para.

Program Dates for Fall 2008

  • August 4, 2008 through December 17, 2008
  • Monday and Wednesdays 6-10 pm and 1 Saturday a month 9-12pm and 1-4pm
  • Saturday dates: August 16, September 27, October 11, 25, November 8 and December 6, 2008

General Questions

For more information, call (336) 316-2169 or e-mail pdtc@guilford.edu. Further details can also be found on our web site at http://www.guilford.edu/academics/certification/para.html