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Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account. Instructional Material: The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment: Introduction to Paralegalism, by William P. Statsky, ISBN: 978-1-285-44905-0; Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work, by Roger Miller and Mary Meinzinger, 7th edition  ISBN: 978-1-305-50608-4; Access to Westlaw: Legal Solutions. After successful completion of the course and financial obligation you will receive access to the Certified Paralegal Exam review self-study courses, which includes: Membership access to the self-study courses. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you will need a high school diploma or GED equivalent to start a career as a paralegal. We also recommend that you have basic computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and fundamental keyboarding skills. A strong grasp of English grammar conventions, such as spelling, punctuation, and composition, is also recommended. In order to meet the eligibility requirements to sit for the NALA Certified Paralegal exam, you must hold a bachelor\u0026rsquo;s degree in any field or have seven years of experience as a legal assistant under the supervision of a member of the Bar. We encourage you to review exam requirements prior to enrolling in this course."}}],"ceterms:inLanguage":["en-US"],"ceterms:description":{"en-us":"Join one of today\u0026rsquo;s fastest growing professions by earning your Certified Paralegal credential. Upon course completion, you will receive a prepaid exam voucher. Demand for qualified paralegals is on the rise. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the field will add 41,800 jobs between 2016-2026. So, how do you jump into this growing profession? Become a CP! With law firms of all sizes looking for qualified paralegals to fill new positions, getting your certification from the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) proves that you have the skills and knowledge to be a valuable part of their team. In this course, you will learn about the U.S. legal system, how to conduct legal research and legal interviews, how to perform legal analyses, and more. As you prepare for your paralegal career, you will also receive soft skills training to increase workplace effectiveness. The course concludes with a capstone project and a portfolio review. You will first create a complete litigation file that includes: a legal analysis brief, an investigative report, client interview checklist, intake memo, complaint, legal research, and interoffice memorandum of law. Then, you will learn how to create a strong resume that encompasses your specialized skill set and showcases the impact you make for your next employer. Your training will prepare you to take the Certified Paralegal certification exam through NALA. NALA is the oldest certifying body in the paralegal field, so holding their certification gives law firms an easy way to verify your skills. Through our partnership with NALA, Certified Paralegal students have full access to their legal library. 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