Associate in Science -
Paralegal Program (62 credits)

paralegal student reading The Associate in Science degree is an excellent academic program designed for students who seek to become paralegals or work in law-related fields. Students benefit from rigorous paralegal coursework as well as a wonderful liberal arts education. Our degree prepares graduates to meet all Paralegal Program goals and competencies. Graduates, also, find a clear path to a four-year degree, and then on to law school.

Students must take 32 credits of paralegal curriculum courses, and 30 credits of liberal arts courses for a total of 62 credits for the Associate in Science degree. The Paralegal Program courses are offered so students can complete the degree in as little as 21 months or longer at the students' option. The Program Director or College Counselors are available to assist students to plan their courses.

Coursework listed below is subject to change. Please consult the official college catalog for current information.

Paralegal Curriculum (32 credits)

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PA 1102 Introduction to the Law and Contracts: 4cr
PA 1103 UCC and Business Organizations: 4cr
PA 1105 Criminal Justice System: 2cr
PA 1110 Legal Research: 3cr
PA 1112 Legal Writing and Analysis: 3cr
PA 1189 Paralegal Internship: 4cr
PA 2201 Domestic Relations: 3cr
PA 2202 Litigation and Trial Practice: 3cr
PA 2204 Probate: 3cr
PA 2205 Real Estate Law: 3cr

Liberal Arts Curriculum (30 credits)

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ENG 1108 Writing and Research Skills: 4 cr
ENG 1111 Research Writing in the Disciplines: 2 cr, or
ENG 1114 Research Paper: 3 cr
Fine Arts/Humanities/Literature: 3 - 4 cr (See Goal 6 of MnTC)
COMM 1100 Interpersonal Communications: 3 cr, or
COMM 1110 Public Speaking: 3 cr, or
COMM 2230 Small Group Discussion and Leadership: 3 cr
Math or Lab Science: 3 - 4 cr (See Goal 3 or 4 of MnTC)
Social Sciences: 3 - 4 cr (See Goal 5 of MnTC)
Goals 7 - 10 - Any course: 3 cr (See MnTC Goals)
Liberal Arts electives: 5 - 9 cr (See MnTC Goals)

Students who plan to transfer to a four-year bachelor's program must meet the specific requirements of that college or university. Please see an Inver Hills college counselor early to help plan a smooth transfer.

Degree Completion Plan

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Academic Requirements:

Students must earn a minimum of 62 semester credits and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale to graduate from Inver Hills Community College.

For more information, contact the Paralegal Program Director.

Last Updated: 2/22/06

Associate in Science - Paralegal Program (62 credits)

Paralegal Curriculum (32 credits)

Liberal Arts Curriculum (30 credits)

Degree Completion Plan

Academic Requirements:

Associate in Science -
Paralegal Program (62 credits)