Paralegal schools offer paralegal certification for students wanting to pursue a paralegal career. Most paralegal programs, accredited and non-accredited are housed inside of technical schools or community colleges that offer a variety of other programs as well. Accredited paralegal programs are often more well-known however, and they adhere to the standards set forth by their accrediting body. Graduating from an accredited program is the best way to go.
Universities
Kaplan University is an online university with campuses in Maryland, Iowa and Nebraska, accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. It offers certificates in Paralegal Studies as well as a bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies.
Kaplan University's School of Legal or Paralegal Studies
1801 E Kimberly Road
Davenport, IA 52807
(563) 355-3500
kaplanuniversity.edu
Everest University is another online university with a Paralegal Studies department. Everest has locations in many states in the U.S., but the school is based in Oregon. Their accreditation varies depending on the state, but all of their campuses are accreditated.
Everest University Online
425 Southwest Washington Street
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 222-3225
everest.edu
Colleges
Remington College is a technical school with campuses all over the nation, however it's paralegal program is offered online. It is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, which is the main governing body for technical schools.
Remington College
19 Remington Drive
Little Rock, AR 72204
(800) 560-6192
remingtoncollege.edu
The National Paralegal College offers three options for future paralegals: a certificate, an associate's degree and a Master's degree. The courses are presented online as well. They are accredited by Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council.
The National Paralegal College
6516 N 7th Street, Ste. 103
Phoenix AZ 85014
(800) 371-6105
Paralegal Schools
The Paralegal Institute focuses only on paralegal studies. The program based in Phoenix, offers an associates degree that takes two years to complete. They are accredited by Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council.
The National Paralegal School
6516 N 7th Street, Ste. 103
Phoenix AZ 85014
(800) 371-6105
theparalegalschool.com
The Paralegal Institute in Glendale, Arizona is a five-month online program for students seeking a certificate in paralegal studies. They are accredited by the Middle States Association on Secondary Schools.
The Paralegal Institute
18275 North 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
(800) 354-1254
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