About the course

The Paralegal Studies Certificate of Achievement-Advanced and A.A. degree programs prepare students to work in the legal field as paralegals under the supervision of attorneys. Paralegal duties include performing factual and legal research, drafting legal documents and correspondence, interviewing clients and witnesses, assisting attorneys in pretrial work, including document discovery and analysis, and at trials and hearings, organizing and maintaining case files and coordinating the use of technology in legal work.

　　For a Certificate of Achievement-Advanced, students must have an A.A./A.S. degree or higher, complete the required 48 units listed below for the Paralegal Studies A.A. degree, and meet the requirements for this certificate level. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Cupertino
Winter (January), 2024	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2024	Cupertino
Summer (June), 2024	Cupertino
Fall (September), 2024	Cupertino
Winter (January), 2025	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2025	Cupertino
Fall (September), 2025	Cupertino
Winter (January), 2026	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2026	Cupertino
Summer (June), 2026	Cupertino

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for De Anza College

A minimum score or higher on one of the following examinations is required for direct admission - TOEFL- 61iBT, IELTS- 6.0, TOEFL- 500pBT. Submit original or certified English translations of transcripts and diplomas for all institutions.

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

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