Associate in Paralegal - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I977

Central Penn Advantages for Paralegal Majors

    * Become an integral part of a legal team through hands-on instruction that teaches
       you how the law is applied in real-life situations
    * Gain valuable practical experience during a mock trial in the campus
       computer-integrated courtroom
    * Learn from a leader in paralegal education with American Bar Association (ABA)
       approval since 1980
    * Enjoy an 100% placement rate for well paying employment in a career field expected
       to grow by 62% from now to 2008
    * Receive your associate degree in as little as 18 months
    * Experience small class sizes and personalized instruction
    * Learn from professors who have first hand, real-world experience

What kind of work does a Paralegal do?

Central Penn Paralegal Associate degree program graduates are professionals qualified by education and experience to assist attorneys in rendering legal services to the public. They work closely with attorneys to research the law, draft legal documents, and interview clients and witnesses. Paralegals can be found in private law firms, court offices, insurance companies, state and federal agencies, corporations, and businesses or aides for state and federal legislators. However, paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants should have a minimum 2.0 GPA (or C average) with recommended preparation that includes:

    * computer ability/word processing
    * business law/American government
    * psychology
    * english composition/public speaking
    * economics
    * accounting
    * foreign language

Paralegal Internship

Upon completion of your Paralegal Associate degree program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by direct, daily interaction with working legal professionals. The internship gives you the opportunity to use all the knowledge you acquired while attending Central Penn. No matter where you complete your internship, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in this high-paying career. The majority of internship experiences lead to full-time employment.

Who will teach me?

The Paralegal faculty at Central Pennsylvania College are highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, maintaining personal relationships with students as well as serving as a reference and friend. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.

Who will I work for?

Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. A partial list of employers of Central Penn Paralegal graduates includes:

    * Post & Schell, Attorneys at Law, Philadelphia, PA
    * Angino & Rovner, Attorneys at Law, Harrisburg, PA
    * Rite Aid Corporation
    * Farell & Ricci, Attorneys at Law