Westervelt College

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Paralegal Studies

Westervelt College

Faculty:Faculty of Law
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Length:12 Month(s)
Careers:Court RecordersParalegalsTrademark Agents

Description:

Get started in the legal profession with confidence with a Paralegal diploma from Westervelt College! The Paralegal Studies program at Westervelt College will set a strong legal foundation with courses in Aboriginal Rights, Small Claims Court, Tribunal Practice & Procedures, Immigration, Refugee, Citizenship, and Human Rights, the Criminal Code of Canada and much more!

Put your newly gained knowledge to use in court simulations which will involve preparing, researching and presenting cases in a mock trial setting. You will also participate in a field placement practicum organized by the college so that you can gain real-life work experience before starting your career! Westervelt’s Paralegal Studies diploma program is accredited by the Law Society of Upper Canada. Upon successful completion of the program, Westervelt graduates work as Licensed Paralegals in a variety of legal settings. Financial assistance is available to students who qualify. For assistance about admissions requirements, please contact our Admissions team for more information at 519.668.2000.

Prerequisites:

Additional Admission Requirements:
    - Gr.12 OSSD/High School Graduate or Mature Student Status (18 Ontario, 19 out of province)

    - Successful completion of entrance evaluation

    - Admissions interview

    * 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.

    Modified on August 15, 2019