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 Paralegal Certificate
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SchoolCapilano University
LocationNorth Vancouver, BC, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 9,753
DegreeCertificate
Honours
Co-op
Length3 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

Basic requirements 

Completion of an undergraduate degree from a recognized institution with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 2.5 or higher with preference given to students with a 3.0 or higher on their final two years of study 

Current high school students 

Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. 

Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. 
Cost

Cost shown is for Year 1 and includes fees.
Scholarships21 scholarship(s)
Description

Become a qualified paralegal through CapU’s Paralegal Certificate while employed full-time in a legal setting as an LAA or Paralegal, and studying part time onsite or online. Pursue a rewarding and challenging career in law working under the supervision of a lawyer.  

The Paralegal Certificate is offered to individuals who wish to study part time and who are already working full-time in the legal field as an LAA or Paralegal.  

In the program, students primarily study substantive law and legal skills courses while gaining their procedural law skills on the job.  

Some procedural law courses, including courses dealing with litigation procedures, are available as electives. You can begin your studies either in the fall term in September, the spring term in January or the summer term in May.  

CapU Paralegal Certificate graduates are highly sought after and we work closely with representatives of the legal industry to ensure our curriculum is current and relevant. 

Careers:  

  • Corporate legal departments 
  • Government agencies 
  • Law firms 
  • Multi-disciplinary paralegal practices 
  • Non-profit organizations 
Next Steps

*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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