Why Paralegal?

Graduates of the Paralegal degree program are eligible to sit for the National Certified Legal Assistant/Paralegal Examination (CLA/CP Exam).

This program in the paralegal field offers you the flexibility and convenience of online learning.

Are you ready to learn more? We’ve spent more than a century at Rasmussen College preparing students for success. If you would like to know more about our school, what we offer our students or anything else, please fill out a contact request or call us at (888) 549-6755. One of our program managers can answer any questions you may have.

Paralegal Courses

When you graduate with a Paralegal degree, you’ll have the skills to provide services in all phases of the legal system including courts, law firms and government agencies, under the supervision of an attorney.

Some key courses include:

Corporate Law
You will learn about the formation, operation, and dissolution of the corporate entity.

Legal Research and Writing
You will learn the role of the paralegal in performing substantive legal analysis and writing tasks.

Paralegal Internship
You will complete a minimum of 130 hours working as a paralegal in an approved internship site, and have the opportunity to become WESTLAW certified.

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Paralegal Career Outlook

The Rasmussen College career placement services staff starts helping you even before you graduate – with your resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques and how to search for a great career as a paralegal. And it doesn’t end there – these services are available throughout your career.

After you earn your Paralegal degree, here’s a snapshot of the career outlook:

Paralegals: growth +22%, salary:  $36,080‡