Paralegal Studies Certificate

Start or enhance your legal career with JMU's 5 month online paralegal program!

JMU's Paralegal Studies noncredit certificate program is designed for working adults. Classes are held in an online environment with a convenient evening schedule.

Courses include: Introduction to Law, Contract Law, Civil Litigation, and Legal Research. 

Four Career Preparation sessions are also included to help you jumpstart your legal career! You will learn:

• what hiring managers want in the perfect candidate
• what to expect during the hiring process
• how to perfect your resume and sell your qualities in a cover letter
• how to make your current skills translate to the legal profession
• keys traits for the SUPERSTAR paralegal!

As part of Career Prep, you will complete a paralegal career portfolio - a collection of written assignments submitted throughout the program along with your resume and cover letter. A visual tool that highlights the skills employers want!