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Paralegal Technology

The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of attorneys by performing routine legal tasks and assisting with substantive legal work.
  • Area of Study: Business, Fast Track Training
  • Campus: At Caldwell Campus
  • Program Type: Certificate, Degree

At a Glance

Employment Opportunities

The Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook states, “Employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 8 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. This occupation attracts many applicants, and competition for jobs will be strong. Experienced, formally trained paralegals with strong computer and database management skills should have the best job prospects.” (Visited 2016).

To learn more information about employment outlook and work environment in the Paralegal Technology field, visit CCC&TI’s Career Coach site for the following programs:

There are no additional costs for this program outside of tuition, fees, books, and supplies.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate the ability to assist attorney in trial preparation, searching public records, and conducting interviews.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to produce legal documents.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes giving legal advice and how to maintain confidentiality.
  4. Create high-quality documents efficiently and accurately in an office setting.

For more information about course descriptions or required courses, refer to the current CCC&TI Course Catalog. Courses in the Paralegal Technology program are taught during the day and evening, and some courses are available through Distance Learning.

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A paralegal/legal assistant may not practice law, give legal advice, or represent clients in a court of law.

CCC&TI offers several different educational programs in this area:

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute Paralegal Program is designated as a Qualified Paralegal Studies Program by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Paralegal Certification. Graduates earning an A.A.S. degree are eligible to take the Paralegal Certification Exam administered by the North Carolina State Bar.

Admission Information

Admission Requirements for the Paralegal Technology program:

Mission:

The Paralegal Technology program plays a pivotal role in Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute’s mission in Caldwell County

Providing effective and affordable instruction in paralegal technology;
Offering educational opportunities to all who enter “the open door” to improve the educational well-being of individuals and the community.
The mission of the Paralegal Technology program of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute includes—but is not limited to—the following goals:

  •  To deliver consistently high-quality instruction to students in the paralegal technology program at a convenient time and place.
  • To provide a high quality paralegal program.
  • To provide high quality certificate, diploma, and associate degree in the paralegal program.
  • To provide general interest paralegal courses for students within the service area.
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Angie Bedford
Director
Paralegal Technology
Business, Technology and Engineering
Office: –E–302 Work Phone: 828.726.2398