Paralegal Diploma
Campus
- Kelowna
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- Full program offered
- Partial program offered
Credential
Diploma
Delivery options
Full-Time
Tuition and fees
2024-25: $12,265.40
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
This Paralegal Diploma provides in-depth substantive paralegal training. In year 1, students will learn the skills required to assist in the many litigation, corporate, and conveyancing areas of law. Year 2 will provide students with extensive knowledge in the areas of Tort Law, Contract Law, Law of Evidence, Administrative Law, Intellectual Property Law, etc. Between Years 1 and 2 students have an opportunity to work as assistants to gather more work experience before they delve into the 2nd-year paralegal courses. Students will complete a 12-week practicum at the end of the 2nd year to solidify the skills and concepts learned in the program.
| Campus | Start date | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Kelowna | Sep. 04, 2024 | |
| Kelowna | Sep. 03, 2025 |
Admission requirements
- B.C. Secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes.
- A minimum score of 50% in English 11 or ; or a minimum score of 70% on an 91ÖÆƬ³§ Office Administration English entrance test.
- A minimum keyboarding speed of 35 net words per minute is recommended.
Program outline
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Students must obtain a minimum grade of 70% in each of the graded courses in the program to graduate as well as successfully complete the three practicum placements with a Pass.
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