Major: Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies Degree at Northern Virginia Community College
The Associate of Applied Science in Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies Degree is part of the Legal Assistant/Paralegal program at Northern Virginia Community College
The curriculum is designed to provide an individual with a sufficient level of knowledge, understanding, and proficiency to perform the tasks associated with meeting a client's needs. These tasks can be performed by a trained, non-lawyer assistant working under the direction and supervision of a lawyer. A paralegal or legal assistant will have a basic understanding of the general processes of American law, along with the knowledge and proficiency required to perform specific tasks under the supervision of a lawyer in the fields of civil and criminal law. Occupational objectives include employment in corporate law firms, government agencies, and any of the varied law-related fields. Paralegals or legal assistants are prohibited by law from offering legal services directly to members of the public.
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VCCS Plan Code: | 2600 |
CIP Code: | 22.0302 |
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