Certificate of Achievement in Paralegal, Legal Assistant

Skyline College's ABA approved Certificate in Paralegal Studies prepares students to work as professional paralegals in a law firm, businesses, government, or nonprofit organization. The Certificate is the right choice for students who have already completed a college degree.

The Certificate in Paralegal Studies can be completed 100% online. Pursuant to ABA Guidelines, students who choose this option must complete at least nine paralegal course units through instruction on zoom that includes real time faculty-to-student and student-to-student interaction. In addition to instruction on zoom, courses will also be conducted on the College's approved learning management system and will include dynamic, human-centric, and engaging learning experiences for every student.

Students will need to show proof of high school graduation or the equivalent. Proof of English Language Proficiency: A minimum score or higher on any of the following examinations is required for admission- Skyline College is an open-enrollment school with a free application process. Whatever your educational background or goals are, we can help you on your academic journey: applying and registering for classes, signing up for graduation, and requesting transcripts. You need a minimum of TOEFL iBT 56, IELTS 5.5, or Duolingo 85. Complete a minimum of 60 CSU transferable units; Earn a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework.