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Nov 22, 2024
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2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Graduation Map: Paralegal Technology, AAS
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The Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Technology is designed to provide an understanding of the law and the practical skills needed to assist attorneys in the responsiblities of a law firm, including research, investigation, document preparation and writing. Instruction includes principles and practical experience in word processing, legal writing, ethical legal practice, professional responsibility and organizing legal ideas and factual materials.
ACTS Course Numbers
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and equitable treatment in the application of credits for admissions and degree requirements. Go to https://adhe.edu/students-parents/transfer-info-for-students for more information.
Degree Requirements
-This degree requires successful completionof 60 credit hours.
-A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade-point average required for graduation.
Please note: additional prerequisite courses may be required if minimum placement test scores are not met.
Career Opportunities
Paralegal, Legal Assistant
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Semester One
Complete all 15 Hours
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Course/Requirement |
Credits |
Semester Taken |
Grade |
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BUS 1403 Microcomputer Applications |
3 |
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ENGL 1311 English Composition I |
3 |
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POLS 1310 American National Government |
3 |
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PLG 1013 Introduction to Law |
3 |
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PLG 1103 Legal Research & Writing I |
3 |
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PROGRESS CHECK WITH ADVISOR
Semester Two
Complete all 15 Hours
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Course/Requirement |
Credits |
Semester Taken |
Grade |
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ENGL 1312 English Composition II |
3 |
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MATH 1300 Mathematical Reasoning (or higher) |
3 |
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PLG 1203 Legal Research & Writing II |
3 |
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PLG 1302 Torts |
3 |
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PLG 2403 Criminal Law |
3 |
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PROGRESS CHECK WITH ADVISOR
Semester Three
Complete all 15 Hours
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Course/Requirement |
Credits |
Semester Taken |
Grade |
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PLG 1802 Constitutional Law |
3 |
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PLG 2103 Civil Litigation |
3 |
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PLG 2502 Family Law |
3 |
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PLG 2503 Property Law |
3 |
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PLG 2803 Law Office Management with Computer Support |
3 |
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PROGRESS CHECK WITH ADVISOR
Semester Four
Complete all 15 Hours
PROGRESS CHECK WITH ADVISOR - APPLY FOR GRADUATION
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