{"product_id":"certified-paralegal","title":"Certified Paralegal","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003ePrepare to gain the formal training needed for a career as a paralegal. You will learn to take on a variety of tasks ranging from legal research to drafting legal documents, in traditional law office settings and in corporate, government, and public arenas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e225 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES2033\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParalegals play a vital role in the legal profession. These qualified professionals take on a variety of tasks ranging from legal research to drafting legal documents in traditional law office settings and in the corporate, government, and public arenas. Formal training is a critical part of preparing for a career as a paralegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paralegal course will help you gain the skills you need to enter the paralegal workforce. You will learn how to conduct legal research and legal interviews, how to perform legal analyses, and more. As you prepare for your paralegal career, you will also receive soft skills training to increase workplace effectiveness. The course concludes with a capstone project. You will first create a complete litigation file that includes a legal analysis brief, an investigative report, a client interview checklist, an intake memo, a complaint, legal research, and an interoffice memorandum of law. Then, you will learn how to create a strong resume that encompasses your specialized skill set and showcases the impact you would make for your next employer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of the course, you will be prepared to sit for the Certified Paralegal exam through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) upon eligibility. Please review the exam requirements prior to registering for this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a partnership with National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), you will also receive membership and access to NALA's Certified Paralegal (CP) Exam Review courses should you choose to take the NALA CP exam at a future time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn the fundamentals of the U.S. legal system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster how to perform legal research and interviews\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare yourself to take the Certified Paralegal certification exam through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the basics of litigation communication skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoft skills for workplace effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn necessary skills required to thrive within the legal industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn legal research skills with access to Westlaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eJump-start your career as a paralegal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReceive a membership to the National Association of Legal Assistants and access to NALA's Certified Paralegal Exam Review and Practice Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare a professional resume and portfolio that demonstrates your knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Paralegal in the Legal System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParalegal Employment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOn-the-Job Realities and Soft Skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegulations of Paralegals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttorney and Paralegal Ethics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the Legal System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Legal Analysis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCapstone Project\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLegal Interviewing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvestigation in a Law Office\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLitigation Case Management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLegal Research 101 and Advanced Legal Research\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLegal Writing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the Use of Computers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Law Office Administration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTort Law, Product Liability, and Consumer Law\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContracts, Insurance, and Property Law\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstates and Family Law\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLaws Affecting Business\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCriminal Law\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNALA Certified Paralegal Exam Preparation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubmit Capstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 8 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Office (not included in enrollment).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExam Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must meet \u003cstrong\u003eone\u003c\/strong\u003e of the following requirements outlined in Categories 1, 2, or 3 at the time of filing an application form to be eligible for the CP certification exam through NALA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Graduation from or completion of a paralegal program :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e(a) approved by the American Bar Association; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(b) an associate degree program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(c) a post-baccalaureate certificate program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e(In addition to the official school transcript, a candidate must submit an original course catalog or an original letter from the school registrar or program director attesting that the program is a post-baccalaureate certificate program requiring a bachelor's degree as a prerequisite.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(d) a bachelor's degree program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(e)\u003c\/strong\u003e a paralegal program which consists of a minimum of 60 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of which at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) are substantive legal courses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Candidates applying under Category 1(e) may combine college hours from more than one institution. The candidate must have graduated from a paralegal program consisting of a minimum of 15 semester hours (\u003cstrong\u003eor 225 clock hours\u003c\/strong\u003e or 22.5 quarter hours.) Evidence of the minimum hours required under Category 1(e) must be provided with the application form.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note: (15 semester hours = 225 clock hours) - This course is 225 hours and can be combined with 45 semester hours to meet the 60 semester hours required in option 1(e). If you do not have 45 semester hours, you will need to meet eligibility with category 2 or 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. A bachelor's degree in any field \u003c\/strong\u003e plus one year of experience as a paralegal or successful completion of at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of substantive paralegal courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Those applying under the provision allowing for additional course work in lieu of the one-year work experience must submit an official school transcript showing completed course work.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. A high school diploma or equivalent \u003c\/strong\u003e plus five (5) years' experience as a legal assistant\/paralegal plus a minimum of twenty (20) hours of continuing legal education completed within a two-year period prior to application for the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Evidence of continuing legal education credit is documented by the attorney\/employer attestation that must be signed as part of the application form or by submitting a certificate of completions of CLE taken.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Paralegalism\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eParalegal Today: The Legal Team at Work\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to Westlaw: Legal Solutions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter successful completion of the course and financial obligation you will receive access to the Certified Paralegal Exam review self-study courses, which includes: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMembership\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to the self-study courses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you will need a high school diploma or GED equivalent to start a career as a paralegal. It is also recommended that you have basic computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and fundamental keyboarding skills. A strong grasp of English grammar conventions, such as spelling, punctuation, and composition, is also recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo meet the eligibility requirements to sit for the NALA Certified Paralegal exam, you must meet \u003cstrong\u003eone\u003c\/strong\u003e of the following requirements: You must have 60 semester hours, of which at least 15 hours* \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(225 clock hours) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e are from paralegal studies or hold an associate's degree in paralegal studies, or a bachelor's degree in any field, or have seven years of experience as a legal assistant under the supervision of a member of the Bar. Please review the exam requirements before enrolling in this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note: (15 semester hours = 225 clock hours) - This course is 225 hours and can be combined with 45 semester hours to meet the 60 semester hours required in option 1(e). If you do not have 45 semester hours, you will need to meet eligibility with category 2 or 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must meet \u003cstrong\u003eone\u003c\/strong\u003e of the following requirements outlined in Categories 1, 2, or 3 at the time of filing an application form to be eligible for the CP certification exam through NALA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Graduation from or completion of a paralegal program :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e(a) approved by the American Bar Association; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(b) an associate degree program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(c) a post-baccalaureate certificate program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e(In addition to the official school transcript, a candidate must submit an original course catalog or an original letter from the school registrar or program director attesting that the program is a post-baccalaureate certificate program requiring a bachelor's degree as a prerequisite.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(d) a bachelor's degree program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e(e) a paralegal program that consists of a minimum of 60 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of which at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) are substantive legal courses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Candidates applying under Category 1(e) may combine college hours from more than one institution. The candidate must have graduated from a paralegal program consisting of a minimum of 15 semester hours (or 225 clock hours or 22.5 quarter hours.) Evidence of the minimum hours required under Category 1(e) must be provided with the application form.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. A bachelor's degree in any field \u003c\/strong\u003e plus one year of experience as a paralegal or successful completion of at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of substantive paralegal courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Those applying under the provision allowing for additional course work in lieu of the one-year work experience must submit an official school transcript showing completed course work.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. A high school diploma or equivalent \u003c\/strong\u003e, plus five (5) years of experience as a paralegal plus a minimum of twenty (20) hours of substantive continuing legal education completed within the two-year period prior to application for the examination. Evidence of substantive continuing legal education credit is documented by the supervising attorney\/employer attestation that must be signed as part of the application form or by submitting certificates of completions for continuing legal eductioan (CLE) taken. No further documentation is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Candidates applying under Category 3 may combine on-the-job experience from more than one employer, as applicable. Evidence of continuing legal education credit is documented by the attorney\/employer attestation that must be signed as part of the application form or by submitting certificate of completions of CLE taken. No further documentation is required.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasey Thompson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasey Thompson is a licensed attorney in Texas. Before he started teaching, his major areas of practice were business and corporate law, entertainment law, and intellectual property rights. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and holds a law degree from the Texas A\u0026amp;M School of Law. Along with his online paralegal courses, Thompson also teaches at the college level in the areas of state and federal government.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrina Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrina Brown is an accomplished paralegal with over three decades of experience in the field. Since 2013, she has also been providing education to aspiring paralegals. In addition to her educational role, Trina serves as a court-appointed mediator for the Dallas and Tarrant County courthouses and is a mediation panelist for the Texas Department of Insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrina has made significant contributions to the legal community, including her work on the State Bar of Texas Paralegal Ethics Handbook and articles published in The Legal Educator magazine. Furthermore, she is a Certified Arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Her extensive qualifications have been recognized in the Texas Bar Journal, showcasing current mediation credential holders in the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrina holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in organizational dynamics from Immaculata University and a Master of Professional Studies in paralegal studies from The George Washington University. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in mediation. Her commitment to service is further demonstrated by her membership in the Paralegal Division of the Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas, an honor society chartered by the Supreme Court of Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you will be prepared to sit for the Certified Paralegal exam through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I guaranteed a job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get financial assistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I get more information about this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available via LIVE chat. You can also call us at 1-877-221-5151 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please send us a question using the \"Contact Us\" form.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the certification exam requirements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e NALA Certification Eligibility Requirements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must meet one of the following requirements outlined in Categories 1, 2, or 3 at the time of filing an application form to be eligible for the CP certification exam through NALA.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Graduation from or completion of a paralegal program:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(a) approved by the American Bar Association; or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(b) an associate degree program; or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(c) a post-baccalaureate certificate program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(In addition to the official school transcript, a candidate must submit an original course catalog or an original letter from the school registrar or program director attesting that the program is a post-baccalaureate certificate program requiring a bachelor's degree as a prerequisite.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(d) a bachelor's degree program in paralegal studies; or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(e) a paralegal program that consists of a minimum of 60 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of which at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) are substantive legal courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Candidates applying under Category 1(e) may combine college hours from more than one institution. The candidate must have graduated from a paralegal program consisting of a minimum of 15 semester hours (or \u003cstrong\u003e225 clock hours\u003c\/strong\u003e or 22.5 quarter hours.) Evidence of the minimum hours required under Category 1(e) must be provided with the application form.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note: (15 semester hours = 225 clock hours) - This course is 225 hours and can be combined with 45 semester hours to meet the 60 semester hours required in option 1(e). If you do not have 45 semester hours, you will need to meet eligibility with category 2 or 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. A bachelor's degree in any field\u003c\/strong\u003e plus one year of experience as a paralegal or successful completion of at least 15 semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) of substantive paralegal courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Those applying under the provision allowing for additional course work in lieu of the one-year work experience must submit an official school transcript showing completed course work.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. A high school diploma or equivalent\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus five (5) years of experience as a paralegal plus a minimum of twenty (20) hours of substantive continuing legal education completed within the two-year period prior to application for the examination. 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