Paralegal

Advanced Technical Certificate (Program Code: 4570)

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Advance your paralegal expertise through this specialized program for bachelor's degree holders.

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Program Overview

Elevate your career with Palm Beach State College's Paralegal Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). Designed for bachelor's degree holders, this specialized program helps you build the advanced skills employers value most in a paralegal position, such as legal research and documentation. 

Delve into key legal concepts, from research and writing to business law, and gain the practical knowledge to thrive in today's legal field. You'll be able to define relationships between different legal personnel and learn how to work under the direction of attorneys.

Designed with a strong career focus, you'll graduate ready to step into exciting opportunities across law firms, corporate offices and government agencies. Become the trusted legal professional that every team relies on. 

Program Details

  • Admission requirements: Bachelor's degree
  • Location: Online and on-site at Lake Worth and Palm Beach Gardens campuses
  • Credits: 24
  • Program length: One year (full-time)
  • Start Terms: Fall, Spring and Summer
  • Cost: $101 per credit hour for Florida residents, plus fees. View tuition details.
  • Financial aid and scholarships: Available to qualified students. Learn about financial aid options.    

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Career Outlook

Step into the dynamic legal field with this advanced program designed to build your professional expertise and marketable skills. Graduates are prepared for careers as paralegals across public, private and government sectors. You'll be equipped to support attorneys and legal teams through effective writing, research and documentation. 

Beyond paralegal roles, this program opens doors to other in-demand positions that enhance the efficiency and integrity of legal organizations, such as compliance officers and legal secretaries. You can jumpstart or advance your already established career with legal training applicable to a variety of rewarding, law-related positions.

Stackable Credentials

With a Paralegal Advanced Technical Certificate, you can:

  • Obtain a certificate from National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) through the Certified Paralegal examination.
  • Enhance your resume with credentials that employers value. 

Why Choose PBSC?

  • Affordable Tuition: PBSC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, making a cutting-edge education accessible to all.
  • Career-Ready Mindset: Learn from expert faculty and graduate with the skills employers need in today's legal field.
  • Supportive Community: Access internships, industry networking and daily interaction with faculty dedicated to your success.     

How to Apply

  • Select Program Code 4570 for the Paralegal ATC when you fill out PBSC’s application on the Admissions webpage.  

Take the Next Steps

Palm Beach State College's Paralegal certificate is your affordable, flexible and direct route to a rewarding career in a vital field. Gain the technical, ethical and problem-solving skills employers want. Start your journey today!

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Program Accreditation

This program is proudly approved by the American Bar Association, reflecting the program’s commitment to nationally recognized standards of excellence in paralegal education. In accordance with approval requirements, students must complete at least nine semester credits, or the equivalent, of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction. Paralegals may not provide legal advice, represent clients in court or offer legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.