Paralegal Studies
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Purpose
This program is intended to provide the student with a general course of study that parallels the freshman and sophomore years at most colleges and universities and prepares the student for a baccalaureate degree program in paralegal studies.
Admission Requirements and Special Conditions
A high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfactory scores on College placement tests (or equivalent) in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental courses to prepare students for the curriculum. Keyboarding skills are recommended.
Program Curriculum
| 1st Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 211 Principles of Accounting I | 3 | |
| ENG 111 College Composition I | 3 | |
| ITE 115 Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 | See Note 6. |
| LGL 110 Introduction to Law and the Legal Assistant | 3 | |
| MTH 163 Precalculus I | 3 | |
| SDV 100 College Success Skills | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 2nd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| ACC 212 Principles of Accounting II | 3 | |
| ENG 112 College Composition II | 3 | |
| LGL 125 Legal Research | 3 | |
| MTH 164 Precalculus II | 3 | MTH 270 |
| Health/Physical Education Elective | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
| 3rd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| BIO 101 General Biology I | 4 | CHM 111, PHY 201 |
| LGL 126 Legal Writing | 3 | |
| LGL Elective | 3 | |
| PSY 126 Psychology for Business and Industry | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 4th Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| BIO 102 General Biology II | 4 | CHM 112, PHY 202 |
| BUS 100 Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| CST 110 Introduction to Communication | 3 | |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits For Program | 61 |
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
- All paralegal studies courses must be completed within five years of a student’s intended graduation date.
- Students should consult their faculty advisors regarding appropriate course sequences.
- The social sciences elective requirement can be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: ECO, GEO, HIS, PLS, PSY, or SOC.
- The humanities elective requirement can be satisfied by completing literature (ENG), foreign language, humanities (HUM), philosophy (PHI), art (ART), music (MUS), speech courses addressing performing arts and the history of theatre (CST), or religion (REL) courses. ENG 112, CST 100, CST 105, and CST 115 may not be used to satisfy humanities elective requirements.
- There may be other possible course options in mathematics and natural sciences. Students should consult their faculty advisors.
- Students with good computer skills may seek to satisfy this requirement by CLEP.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Division of Engineering, Business and Public Services: 804-706-5121 (Chester) or 804-594-1480 (Midlothian).
2012-2013 Catalog
