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Legal Administrative Assistant

The Legal Administrative Assistant prepares correspondence and legal papers, such as summons, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas. Transcription of correspondence, pleading, and preparing legal documents and forms used in litigation, are also important duties.

Completion of the following courses required to be awarded the Legal Administrative Assistant certificate.

Curriculum
Course Number Course Title Credit Hours
Total 45
BUS116 Business Mathematics/Spreadsheets 5
BUS131 Integrated Communications I 5
BUS147 Introduction to Legal Systems 5
BUS169 Using Computers in Business I 5
BUS207 Introduction to Legal Resources and Office Procedures 5
BUS236 Interpersonal Communications for the Workplace 5
BUS255 Business Ethics 5
CWE101 Portfolio, Job Search, and Interviewing 2
CWE110 Internship 3
POLS&200 Introduction to Law 5

Total credits for certificate: 45

Note: advanced placement testing, work experience, and transfer of credits may result in course waivers, credit transfer, and advanced placement.

Throughout this program of study the importance of a responsible and professional work ethic is stressed. Factors leading to such a work ethic are identified and discussed. Instruction is also provided in effective leadership and how it enhances the work environment. Input from this program's industrial advisory committee is essential to curriculum content pertaining to the work ethic and leadership as well as the technically oriented curriculum.

Effective Fall 2006
Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate of Achievement
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