Additional information
| Province | Ontario |
|---|---|
| Colleges | CTS Canadian Career College |
| Program Categories | Law |
| Program Duration | 52 Weeks |
| Class Type | Hybrid |
| Funding | OSAP, Line Of Credit, Scholarship |
Paralegal
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Paralegals are trained to prepare legal documents, open and organize files, perform legal research and appear in court. As a result, this profession has become an increasingly valuable resource to law firms and businesses alike. By the end of this 52-Week Paralegal training program, students will have learned the advocacy and research skills that will qualify them to interview and represent clients in Small Claims Court, Administrative Tribunals, the Ontario Court of Justice for provincial and criminal matters.
Employment in paralegal services is expected to have a very positive growth rate throughout Ontario. To help meet this growing demand, CTS Canadian Career College has worked with leading employers to develop and deliver one of the most effective programs in the industry.
Paralegals are trained to prepare legal documents, open and organize files, perform legal research and appear in court. As a result, this profession has become an increasingly valuable resource to law firms and businesses alike. By the end of this 52-Week Paralegal training program, students will have learned the advocacy and research skills that will qualify them to interview and represent clients in Small Claims Court, Administrative Tribunals, the Ontario Court of Justice for provincial and criminal matters. They can also work in legal departments in government ministries, private corporations, trade unions and professional associations.
Students will gain valuable experience during a 125-hour placement arranged through the College. By successfully completing our program, our graduates possess the skills needed to pass the LSO licensing exam and practice as independent paralegals.
Sudbury Barrie North Bay Sault Ste. Marie Chapleau
Program Start Date: April 26, 2021
September 20, 2021 April 26, 2021
September 20, 2021 Not available Not available Not available
For more information contact: Law Society of Ontario
Click here to learn about the new Paralegal Licensing Process Online Application for the 2019/20 Licensing Year!
PARALEGAL COURSES:
Academic Success Strategies and AODA & OH&S Training Intro to Computers and Google Apps
Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint Job Search
Introduction to Law Canadian Tort Law
Contract Law Highway Traffic Act & Provincial Offences
Residential Tenancies Act Administrative Law
Tribunal Practice and Procedure (incl. Immigration Law) Small Claims Court ? Rules
Evidence and the Litigation Process Advocacy
Legal Research and Writing Alternative Dispute Resolution
Employment Law Law Office Accounting
Legal & Business Communications Criminal Law ? Summary Offences
Debtor/Creditor Law Interviewing Client Techniques
Ethics & Professional Responsibility Practice Management ? Operating a Small Business Office
Year-End Review Legal Computer Applications
Workplace Safety & Insurance Act Practicum Placement
