Program Description:

Get ready to take on a key role in a law office, a corporate legal department, or the judicial system. Legal assistants have superior computer skills, excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills, effective time management, prioritization, and an understanding of confidentiality. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential in this position. The Legal Assistant Capstone course brings theory and practice together in a law office simulation. Expected keyboarding speed at the end of this program is 60 words per minute.

Time commitment:

This is a two year (4 terms / 60 weeks total) Diploma program. A full course load is 5 courses per term. Students may elect to take fewer courses each term; however, it will take longer to complete the program.

Online option:

The Legal Assistant Diploma program is also available online. This gives you the flexibility to study at home. Your online instructor is available to provide support and feedback through email.

Transferability:

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply. Here are the most current transfer agreements:

• Athabasca University: Bachelor of Professional Arts
• Thompson Rivers University (Open Learning): Bachelor of Commerce