Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal (Legal Assistant)
Program Type: Associate of Applied Science
Description: The purpose of the Paralegal Associate of Applied Science is to prepare students for employment as a paralegal/ legal assistant, with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform legal research, drafting, investigation, record-keeping, and related administrative functions under the guidance and supervision of a licensed attorney. Students completing all course requirements and acquiring the associate degree would be eligible to apply for certification by examination from the National Association of Legal Assistants. View job opportunities and salary information at https://www.angelina.edu/paralegal/
Recommended Course Sequence
First Year First Semester |
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Course |
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Term 1 | ||||
STSU | 0300 | 0 | ||
LGLA | 1307 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
LGLA | 1303 | 3 | ||
BUSI | 2304 | 3 | ||
ENGL | 1301 | 3 | ||
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| Total Hours | 15 | |
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First Year Second Semester |
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Term 1 | ||||
LGLA | 1345 | 3 | ||
LGLA | 2331 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
LGLA | 1119 | 1 | ||
MATH | X3XX | Math Courses or Core Life & Physical Science Course BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, PHYS | 3 | |
XXXX | X3XX | Creative Arts Core Choose from ARTS 1301, DRAM 1310, MUSI 1306, or MUSI 1310 | 3 | |
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| Total Hours | 16 | |
First Year Summer Semester | ||||
Term 1 | ||||
SPCH | 1318 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
GOVT | 2305 | 3 | ||
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| Total Hours | 6 | |
Second Year First Semester |
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Term 1 | ||||
LGLA | 1353 | 3 | ||
PSYC | 2301 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
LGLA | 13053 | 3 | ||
LGLA | 1355 | Family Law | 3 | |
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| Total Hours | 15 | |
Second Year First Semester | ||||
LGLA | 2309 | 3 | ||
LGLA | 2371 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
LGLA | 2303 | 3 | ||
Full Term | ||||
LGLA | 2266 | 2 | ||
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| Total Hours | 14 | |
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| Total Hours for Degree | 60 | |
Capstone Course: MCHN 2438 Advanced Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Program Learning Outcomes
After completing the Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal (Legal Assistant) degree, students will be able to:
PLO 1: Demonstrate competence in researching statutes, case law, and secondary sources of law.
PLO 2: Summarize, in writing, legal research findings, including correct legal analysis and conclusions.
PLO 3: Apply knowledge of Texas criminal law to law enforcement/prosecutorial scenarios.
PLO 4: Prepare and draft legal documents such as general pleadings, motions, and divorce petitions.
PLO 5: Demonstrate an understanding of the rules of ethics in legal contexts, particularly in regard to paralegals.
Courses Measuring the Achievement of Program Learning Outcomes | |||||
Courses | PLO 1 | PLO 2 | PLO 3 | PLO 4 | PLO 5 |
LGLA 1303 | X | ||||
LGLA 2331 | X | ||||
LGLA 2313 | X | ||||
LGLA 1355 | X | ||||
LGLA 1119 | X | ||||