Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal
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The Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal prepares students for careers in legal services, providing specialized training to support attorneys and other legal professionals. Students gain practical skills in legal research, document preparation, client communication, and legal technology essential to working in a legal environment.
Depending on their educational background, students are eligible for admission to either the degree or the program program. Students may not simultaneously obtain the Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal and Paralegal Preferred Pro-Certificate using the same set of courses. Students who transfer from other paralegal programs must submit an official transcript to TCC for evaluation during which the Program Chair will determine the transfer of paralegal courses.
Graduates may continue their education at TCC and work towards a Bachelor's Program in Applied Management or Community Health. Students should discuss their interest in pursuing this path, or any other transfer, with their advisor. Students who plan to transfer to a Bachelor's program at another institution are strongly encouraged to contact their transfer institution to discuss requirements.
Important for Students Entering This Program:
Students who began this program in Summer 2026 will follow the program requirements outlined in the 2025–2026 Academic Catalog.
Students beginning this program in Fall 2026, Winter 2027, or Spring 2027 will follow the requirements outlined in this catalog.