Specialties: picking your path as a paralegal
The areas of law in which a paralegal can specialize are extensive, because the law itself reflects the needs of people in business and their personal lives. A good starting point if you are trying to decide of what area of law in which to specialize is to look at your interests and evaluate which… [Continue Reading]
Internships: pluses and minuses (well, mostly pluses)
Do you really need an internship? In short, yes. Internships and on-the-job training are invaluable in the development of a good paralegal. There are a number of aspects of a paralegal’s job that make this so important. Seeing the Big Picture While in paralegal school, you’ll gain knowledge in legal terminology and learn about forms,… [Continue Reading]
ABA approval: raising the bar
Paralegal education programs that are approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) have gone that extra mile toward providing a consistent high standard of learning in the paralegal field. Not only do they need to meet defined, demanding standards for ABA approval; they need to be reapproved by the ABA on a regular basis to… [Continue Reading]
Start Your Journey to a Paralegal Career!
A paralegal career can be a challenging, rewarding profession. BecomeAParalegal.org is here to help you with important decisions as you plan your paralegal education. Whether you’re a high school student taking your next educational steps, a member of the military who wants to earn a degree from anywhere in the world or a working professional considering a career change or seeking to improve your prospects for a promotion, you will find information on a wide selection of schools and paralegal programs tailored to help you attain your goals.
Find Paralegal Certificate or Degree Programs
BecomeAParalegal.org has gathered information on schools across the country offering paralegal and legal studies programs. To help you select a school that’s a good fit for you, we’ve included information on estimated tuition costs, certificates and degrees offered, admission requirements, sample lists of courses, general descriptions of programs, whether the program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and whether courses are taught online or on campus.
You’ll also find statistical information on the number of paralegals employed in each state, as well as the mean wage and the future outlook of the profession. In addition, our blog covers a variety of topics to help you gain a better understanding of the legal field and career paths in the paralegal profession.
Having a paralegal education is a valuable asset in a competitive job market! We wish you all the best in your educational endeavors as you take those next steps toward a successful, prosperous career and personal fulfillment.
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