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PARALEGAL PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
Pursue a Purpose-Driven Career in Law.
A career as a paralegal is ideal for professionals passionate about the legal field and supporting others through meaningful work.
³Õ¾±±ô±ô²¹²Ô´Ç±¹²¹â€™s ABA-approved ParalegalÌý Professional Certificate Program has educated future paralegals for over 30 years. Offered in both full-time day (in-person) and part-time evening (online) formats, the program blends legal theory, ethical practice and practical skill-building to prepare students for success in law firms, corporations, government and more.
Courses are taught by experienced attorneys and paralegals, covering key topics such as legal writing, research, contracts, ethics, family law and intellectual property.
The program also includes professional development opportunities and access to ÃÞ»¨ÌÇÖ±²¥ Career Management resources.
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CREDENTIALS
Earn a digital badge for every completed course. You'll also earn a program certificate and program digital badge upon completion of required courses. Showcase your new skills and gain a competitive edge by adding badges backed by ÃÞ»¨ÌÇÖ±²¥ University to your resume, LinkedIn profile or email signature.
THE VILLANOVA DIFFERENCE
The College of Professional Studies has cultivated a distinguished reputation for delivering the hallmark ÃÞ»¨ÌÇÖ±²¥ experience — academically rigorous, top-quality and innovative programs within a supportive community —Ìýto students who are pursuing higher education amidst busy professional and personal lives. As an internationally recognized institution, ÃÞ»¨ÌÇÖ±²¥ is proud of its vibrant community of alumni, faculty, students and staff who are dedicated to driving meaningful impact and transformative change within their communities.
At ÃÞ»¨ÌÇÖ±²¥, we believe where you've been is just the beginning.ÌýÌý
Pursue the Next You.â„¢
GET IN TOUCH
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Students enrolled in the Paralegal Professional Certificate program may be interested in becoming licensed. Each state/jurisdiction has unique educational and prerequisite requirements that candidates must meet in order to obtain licensure. The Provost's Office website provides additional information on whether this program meets the educational requirements for each state/jurisdiction.
IMPORTANT: Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.
Learn more about financing your professional education and the professional education enrollment terms and conditions.