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Page 1: UC BERKELEY EXTENSION / BE YOUR BEST WITH ...UC Berkeley Extension’s Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies. Created for paralegals by paralegals, the certificate incorporates

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Become a Paralegal in Just Six Months With Online or Classroom Courses

Certificate Program in

Paralegal Studies

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Fulfill California’s requirements for

paralegals in just six months with

UC Berkeley Extension’s Certificate

Program in Paralegal Studies. Created

for paralegals by paralegals, the certificate

incorporates innovative tools and materials

for a valuable hands-on learning experience.

And instructors who are practicing attorneys

approved by the University of California,

Berkeley, ensure that your education is

rooted in real-world applicability.

Two convenient learning formats enable you

to continue working while taking courses.

Proceed at your own pace with a completely

online curriculum that you can begin anytime,

or choose the hybrid format that combines

classroom and online study. Both formats

offer extensive materials and other resources,

including subscriptions to the LexisNexis and

Westlaw online legal research tools. Exclusive

access to the certificate’s ParaStudent

website—designed by Daniel R. Barber

and Alyssa Navallo, who are nationally

recognized educators, paralegals, authors and

consultants—further supports your learning

and professional development.

For the education you need to succeed as a

paralegal in the Bay Area and beyond, come

to UC Berkeley Extension.

Paralegal Studies

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FIND THE QUALITY YOU WANT

◽ CERTIFICATE MEETS CALIFORNIA’S PARALEGAL REQUIREMENTS

◽ INSTRUCTORS APPROVED BY UC BERKELEY

◽ CURRICULUM DESIGNED FOR PARALEGALS BY PARALEGALS

GET THE FLEXIBILITY YOU NEED

◽ EARN A CERTIFICATE IN JUST SIX MONTHS

◽ STUDY IN SAN FRANCISCO OR ONLINE

◽ START ONLINE AT ANY TIME

Courses

2 Required Courses, 4 Electives 8 Semester Units, 360 Hours of Instruction Online or Hybrid Format

Required Courses

Essential Paralegal Studies Part I: Foundational Skills

Study the foundational paralegal qualities most sought by attorneys and law firms. Learn various aspects of paralegal skills, including legal terminology; court structures and procedures; legal ethics; evidence; investigation; interviewing; formal discovery methods and procedures; legal research, analysis and writing; and other subjects relevant to becoming a qualified paralegal.

Essential Paralegal Studies Part II: Authority, Research and Writing

Learn all aspects of advanced paralegal studies, including legal research, legal writing, breaking rules into elements, applying rules to facts, pleading preparation, discovery coordination, digesting discovery documents, file maintenance, billable hours, form manipulation, electronic research, motion preparation and other areas relevant to becoming a successful paralegal.

Electives*

• ParalegalBusinessLaw

• ParalegalCaliforniaProcedures

• ParalegalContractLaw

• ParalegalCriminalLaw

• ParalegalFamilyLaw

• ParalegalIntellectualPropertyLaw

• ParalegalTortLaw

* For additional details and course descriptions, visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html.

Paralegal Studies

Learn More Visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html

Certificate Program in

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Prerequisites for Admission

The prerequisites for the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies include a high school diploma or equivalent, access to a computer that can connect to the Internet, and basic word-processing and Internet-researching skills.

Curriculum Requirements

The curriculum for both hybrid and online programs comprises 2 required courses and 4 electives for a total of 8 semester units (360 hours of instruction). Courses offered in both online and classroom environments are interchangeable, and you are free to enroll in courses of each format. Candidates must pay a nonrefundable certificate registration fee.

All coursework must be completed within one year of registering for the certificate. However, requirements may be updated based on new developments in the field of study; we recommend completing the curriculum in a timely fashion.

You can enroll in courses online, as well as register for the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies, at extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html.

Learn More Visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html

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“ Completing my paralegal certificate through UC Berkeley Extension was the best choice for me. The online courses allowed me the flexibility I needed while I worked full-time at a large law firm, and they were helpful in giving me a broader understanding of the law. I am thrilled with my experience and would highly recommend it to others.”

CATHI T. BUI,

Certif icate Program

in Paralegal Studies

Graduate

“ As intimidating as going back to school can be, UC Berkeley Extension was welcoming. I felt assured that I would receive help when needed. It was challenging at times; however, the teachers were accessible to answer questions. This is a great program!”

BERNARD DEL CASTILLO,

Certif icate Program in

Paralegal Studies

Graduate

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Register Now Visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html©2013 by the Regents of the University of California B&M 113BR542 7/13

Completion Requirements

You must take all courses for a letter grade. To receive the certificate, you must maintain an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, with a grade of C or better in each course. A Certificate With Distinction will be awarded to those who complete the certificate with a GPA of 3.7 or higher.

How to Register for Your Certificate

Register for the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies at extension.berkeley.edu/cert/register.html. Click on the certificate title to begin the registration process. Complete your student account profile if you are a new student, and pay the nonrefundable certificate registration fee.

When you’re ready to start, enroll in Essential Paralegal Studies I. Enrolling in an elective that begins the same week will help you complete the curriculum as quickly as possible.

You may enroll in individual courses without registering for the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies.

Statement of Regulatory Compliance

The UC Berkeley Extension online and hybrid Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies is in compliance with California Business & Professions Code 6450 through 6456 regulatory standards for paralegal education.

Value of a UC Berkeley Extension Professional Certificate

As the continuing education arm of the University of California, Berkeley, UC Berkeley Extension is a respected provider of adult and professional education. A UC Berkeley Extension professional certificate is approved by an academic advisory board consisting of industry experts; University of California, Berkeley, professors; and UC Berkeley Extension academic staff. A certificate is widely recognized as proof of the successful completion of a high-caliber, in-depth course of study.

Learn More

For additional information about the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies, visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/paralegal.html, email [email protected] or call (510) 642-4231.

Paralegal Studies