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Students will complete 51% of their coursework through multiple modalities (e.g., Remote, Flex, Onlineor Hybrid).\\r\n \\r\n Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.\\r\n \\r\n Selective Program: This certificate is available only to those students who have completed a four-year undergraduate degree* from an accredited institution. HACC's Paralegal Certificate recognizes the general education requirements completed in a baccalaureate program and provides the legal coursework needed to enter the paralegal field. Entry into this program is not guaranteed with admission to the College. 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