2022-2023 Paralegal Studies/Pre-Law (AAPSPL)

Description

This program prepares students for entry-level positions or further study in the field of law. Entry-level paralegal positions are available in legal offices such as corporate, prosecuting and public defense in addition to some courts. Under the supervision of an attorney, paralegals may assist with research, court filings, documentation and depositions. Students who wish to continue their education may continue on to a bachelor's degree or a Juris Doctorate degree.

Articulation

Eastern Michigan University, BS degree Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php .

Contact Information

Division
Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
Department
Public Services Careers Dept
Advisors
Ruth Walsh
Julie N. (Niki) Lee

Course Requirements

First Semester

Class Title Minimum Credits
CJT 130   Introduction to Paralegal Studies 3
CJT 156   Everyday Law 4
COM 102   Interpersonal Communication 3
ENG 111   Composition I 4
  Nat. Sci. Elective(s) 3

Second Semester

Class Title Minimum Credits
BOS 206   Personal Management Application and Internet Resources 2
CJT 120   Criminal Justice Ethics 3
ENG 226   Composition II 3
MTH 160   Basic Statistics 4
SOC 100   Principles of Sociology 3

Third Semester

Class Title Minimum Credits
ACC 111   Principles of Accounting I 3
CJT 160   Criminal Justice Constitutional Law 3
HST 200   Michigan History 3
  Nat. Sci. Lab Elective(s)* 3
  General Education Elective(s) (0-1 credits) to reach a minimum 30 General Education Credits 1
  Elective(s) to reach minimum 60 credits 1

Fourth Semester

Class Title Minimum Credits
BMG 111   Business Law I 3
CJT 208   Criminal Evidence and Procedure 3
CJT 209   Criminal Law 3
MUS 147   Arts, Media and Entertainment Law 3
PHL 250   Logic 3

Footnotes

*Students wishing to transfer to EMU should follow the articulation guide.