Paralegal Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Learning to become a paralegal at Forsyth Tech involves a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes practical skills and legal knowledge. The program accommodates the needs of all students and experienced faculty provide real-world knowledge and experiences for students to learn from. Small class sizes provide individualized attention, and expert instructors guide students through the program. Graduates of the program are well-prepared to enter the workforce as paralegals, with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the legal field.
Outcomes
- Research
- Writing
- Communication
- Litigation
- Investigation
- Ethics
- Analysis
- Administration
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
LEX 110: Intro to Paralegal Study
Credit Hours: 2
LEX 120: Legal Research/Writing I
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 130: Civil Injuries
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 280: Ethics & Professionalism
Credit Hours: 2
Select one:
MAT 110: Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
RCredit Hours: 3
MAT 143: Quantitative Literacy
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
Select one:
ENG 110: Freshman Composition
RCredit Hours: 3
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
LEX 121: Legal Research/Writing II
RCredit Hours: 3
LEX 140: Civil Litigation I
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 141: Civil Litigation II
RCredit Hours: 3
LEX 150: Commercial Law I
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 151: Commercial Law II
RCredit Hours: 3
CIS 110: Introduction to Computers
ACredit Hours: 3
Select one:
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
LEX 210: Real Property I
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 211: Real Property II
RCredit Hours: 3
LEX 240: Family Law
Credit Hours: 3
OST 137: Office Applications I
Credit Hours: 3
Select one:
COM 110: Introduction to Communication
ACredit Hours: 3
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
HUM 115: Critical Thinking
A RCredit Hours: 3
LEX 160: Criminal Law & Procedure
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 170: Administrative Law
Credit Hours: 2
LEX 250: Wills, Estates, & Trusts
Credit Hours: 3
LEX 270: Law Office Mgt/Technology
Credit Hours: 2
Select one:
WBL 110: World of Work
Credit Hours: 1
WBL 111: Work-Based Learning I
Credit Hours: 1
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Corporate paralegal
- Estate planning and probate paralegal
- Family law paralegal
- Government paralegal
- Intellectual property paralegal
- Paralegal assistant
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103