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Diploma in Paralegal Studies

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Program Overview

Paralegals assist lawyers in preparing cases. They also carry out administrative functions, and may on occasion undertake preliminary legal research work, under the supervision of a lawyer. This program will help students discover the challenges offered by a career as a paralegal. It will also provide them with more than just legal facts and theories. Included in the program is 600 hours of paid co-op experience. Students will have the opportunity to study substantive, procedural, and paralegal skills courses and apply theory into practice.

Contact our admissions team today or request information on upcoming program start dates.

Western Community College’s Diploma in Paralegal Studies provides students with an affordable, high quality education into this exciting profession.

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Program Information Package

Job Opportunities

This program prepares graduates for careers as:

Paralegals
Legal Administrative Assistants

Wages

Earn up to $48.00* as a Paralegal
All wages are taken from the Canada Job Bank

Program Admission Requirements

Possess grade 12 education or its equivalent (i.e. secondary school graduation) or mature student status (19 years of age or over), OR

Possess previous post-secondary education (diploma or degree), and
Satisfy the English language proficiency requirements by either:
- Proof of a minimum of three years of formal secondary school education in English language and a good command of the English Language (both orally and in writing),
- IELTS score of 6.0
- TOEFL 550 score
- Any other English language assessment test with equivalent score
- College’s admission test with a minimum score of 60%

Those not meeting the standardized test (IELTS or TOEFL) cut-off mark may be required to take the three-month ESL offered by the College.

Program Duration

1950 hours/74 weeks

Course Outline

Diploma in Paralegal Studies *				Contact Hours
1	GSC185	Orientation to Study		50
2	ENG106	Interpersonal Communications Skills		50
3	ICT180	Information and Communications Technology		50
4	PLA218	Introduction to the Canadian Legal System		100
5	PLA221	Law Office Procedures		50
6	PLA271	Paralegal Writing		50
7	PLA272	Legal Document Drafting		50
8	PLA273	Legal Research Methods		50
9	PLA352	Torts		50
10	LAW254	Business and Corporate Law		100
11	PLA355	Real Property		50
12	PLA389	Legal Interviewing and Communication		50
13	PLA357	Wills, Probate and Estates		50
14	PLA364	Insurance Law		50
15	PLA380	Contract Law		50
16	PLA451	Evidence		50
17	PLA452	Issues in Litigation		100
18	PLA456	Family Law		50
19	PLA466	Criminal Law		50
20	PLA467	Intellectual Property		50
21	GSC210	Career Development Strategies		50
21	DRS500	Directed Research		50
22	PLA599	Paralegal Co-op Education		100
		Program Contact Hours:	1350
		Co-op Hours:	600

Fee Structure

#	PARTICULARS	FEE	REMARKS
1	Tuition Fee	$15600	Domestic Students
2	Application Fee	$250
3	Text Books	$750
4	Course Materials	$250
Total		$16850
1	Tuition Fee	$22425	International Students
2	Application Fee	$1000
3	Text Books	$750
4	Course Materials	$250
Total		$24425

This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

Financial Assistance

Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

BC Student Loan
In-house Financing
Student Line of Credit
Scholarships

Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.

Why Study at Western Community College

Installment-based, low tuition fee.
100% Practicum Placement
Weekday, weekend, and evening classes optionally available
Part-time or full-time class schedule
Free CLB preparation classes * Conditions Apply
Graduate employment rate: 97%

Admissions Contact Information

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Surrey Campus

+1 (604) 594-3500
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+1 (604) 776-1301
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