About the course

Accredited by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO), this program qualifies graduates to apply to write the LSO’s licensing examination, successful completion of which qualifies the graduate to become an LSO member as a professional, licensed paralegal. Unique to Ontario, the paralegal profession was established to provide affordable legal representation and access to the justice system for people who find themselves facing charges under provincial law or some Criminal Code provisions, those who require legal assistance in dealing with government agencies and tribunals in areas such as human rights, social assistance, immigration and workers compensation, and those who are embroiled in disputes involving residential tenancies or small claims court.

　　Whether you provide paralegal services in your own professional capacity, as a member of a law or paralegal firm, or as an employee of a government agency, your passion and integrity combined with extensive skills and knowledge, will make you the ideal legal representative for those challenged by the law. 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: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Oshawa
Fall (September), 2025	Oshawa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Durham College

Law-related degree (criminology, legal/justice studies, or public policy) or diploma (law and security administration, law clerk advanced, or police foundations) with minimum 2.7 grade point average (GPA)

　　OR

　　Non-legal related diploma or degree including a minimum of three law-related courses with minimum 2.7 GPA

　　OR

　　Three to five years of related experience (additional supporting documentation including resumé and references, as required) and an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent

　　If you do not have the requisite undergraduate diploma or degree, you will be required to submit additional documentation.

　　Academic IELTS: 6.5, no band score less than 6.0

　　or

　　IBT TOEFL: 88, with minimum section scores of 22

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Durham College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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