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      Herzing University: Associate of Science in Legal Studies

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      Program Overview

      The Associate of Science/Applied Science in Legal Studies degree is a 62-credit undergraduate program which prepares you to begin your legal career as a legal assistant/paralegal.

      The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in legal writing, legal research, ethics and professionalism, contract law, torts, and much more.

      Credits to Complete 62 credit hours Transfer Credits Up to 46 credits can be transferred in

      What You'll Learn

      The program prepares students with the skills and academic knowledge necessary for a career as a legal assistant/paralegal working under the supervision of a licensed attorney. The American Bar Association defines a paralegal as “a person qualified by education, training, or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, government agency, or other entity and who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible.”

      These career opportunities may be in small or large firms working as a legal assistant/paralegal. The duties of a legal assistant/paralegal include assisting the lawyer with research, brief preparation, and other legal office administration. Duties do not include practicing law, advising clients, or setting fees since paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

      Career Preparation 

      In this program, you will learn about different types of law as well as gain the skills needed to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.In this program, you will learn about different types of law as well as gain the skills needed to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.

      Graduates are prepared to sit for the Certified Legal Assisting and Certified Paralegal exams through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). You will be ready for a professional role in any area of law.

      Admission Requirements

      Enrollment prerequisites for the Herzing University program include:

      • Hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
      • Achieve the minimum score on one of several options for entrance testing, including the Wonderlic, ACT or SAT. The Wonderlic assessment is a short assessment provided by Herzing University at no cost to you.
      • Meet with a Herzing admissions advisor
      • Fill out an enrollment application

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      About Herzing University

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      ABOUT:  Herzing University is a regionally accredited institution founded in 1965 with online programs offered nationwide, and 11 campuses located in 8 states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, committed to the education, training and advancement of career-focused individuals.

      ACCREDITATION: Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

      COST: Cost varies by program. There is a 40% tuition reduction for union members and immediate family members