Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies (Legal Assisting) (LEGAL-AS)
The Associate in Science degree in Paralegal Studies provides students with a broad foundation in all areas of legal assisting and prepares students to seek employment in various legal fields. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
Program Contact:
Dr. Barbara Rodriguez
Department Head, Business
(850) 484-2504
brodriguez@pensacolastate.edu
Degree Requirements
Term 1 (15 cc)
See general education course list for general education course options.
Term 2 (16 cc)
| ENC 1102 | English Composition II | 3 cc |
| Mathematics (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| PLA 1203 | Civil Litigation | 3 cc |
| PLA 1273 | Torts | 3 cc |
| PLA 2880 | Constitutional Law | 3 cc |
| SPC 1006 | Study of Speaking and Listening | 1 cc |
Term 3 (18 cc)
| PLA 2730 | Computers in Law | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Any Natural Sciences General Education Course | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Any Social Sciences General Education Course | 3 cc |
| Program Electives | 9 cc |
See general education course list for general education course options.
Term 4 (15 cc)
| PLA 2114 | Legal Research and Writing II | 3 cc |
| PLA 2944 | Paralegal Practicum | 3 cc |
| Program Electives | 9 cc |
Program Electives
Only students who are not familiar with the Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) should take CGS 1570.
Total Credit Hours: 64