If you want to pursue or advance a career as a paralegal, the Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program will help you meet your career goals. This degree program provides the student with a solid foundation in the law and paralegal skills, built upon a broad liberal arts knowledge base. Graduates of this program may pursue career opportunities or job advancement in a legal environment such as a private law firm, corporate law department, or local, state or federal agency where duties may include assisting with litigation preparation, document supervision, aiding attorneys in courtroom proceedings, and researching legal issues. The student will gain research and analytical skills along with technical competencies in various specialized areas of law.
Kaplan University offers three emphasis areas in the Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Office Management, and Personal Injury.
Who Should Take This Program? This program is ideal for students looking to advance their current paralegal career or seeking entry-level employment in a paralegal field that requires a B.S. degree.
What Are the Career Opportunities? This degree program will help prepare you to pursue opportunities in law firms, corporate law departments and government agencies. Students can focus on an area of study that best fits their career and educational goals.