Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | 66 Credit-hour(s) | $ 300 (US$ 300) per credit / unit | Contact provider |
Beckley Campus |
| Full Time | 66 Credit-hour(s) | $ 300 (US$ 300) per credit / unit | Contact provider |
Charleston Location |
Course summary
This program curriculum provides graduates with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience necessary for employment in the paralegal profession. It includes general courses in law and legal research techniques along with studies of specialized legal topics. In addition to the University’s general education requirements (which must be fulfilled in part with the courses listed below), the A.S. in legal studies requires 39 semester hours of legal studies and MGMT 120 Introduction to Business and Technology Skills.
Program modules
The course includeCIS 115 Fund of Computer Apps 3; ECON 201 Principles of Economics I 3; ENGL 101 English Composition I 3; LGLS 100 Intro to Law and Court System 3; MGMT 120 Intro to Business and Tech Skills 3; ECON 202 Principles of Economics II 3; ENGL 102 English Composition II 3; LGLS 230 Torts 3; MATH 104 Business Math 3; PHIL 190 Ethics 3; ENGL 220 Technical Writing 3; LGLS 205 History and Philosophy of Law 3; LGLS 207 Civil Procedure 3; LGLS 255 Legal Research and Writing I 3; LGLS 297 Contracts or LGLS 240 Business Organization 3; LGLS 314 Ethics and Prof Responsibility 3; LGLS 208 Civil Litigation 3; LGLS 225 Wills and Estate Administration 3; LGLS 304 Legal Research and Writing II 3; LGLS 235 Real Estate Transactions or LGLS 320 Admin Practice/Procedure 3; LGLS 425 Practicum 6.
Entry requirement for international students
Students must require a minimum TOEFL score for computerized exam (173), internet based (61) or IELTS (5.5); an overall GPA of 2.5 or better maintain liability health insurance CPR certification.
Mountain State University accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Associate degree
Awarding body
Mountain State University
Department name
School of Business and Technology
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