Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies
A multi-year associate degree pathway for a comprehensive legal studies foundation, pairing core paralegal modules with general-education and practical-experience components, delivered entirely online.
At a Glance
- Duration: 2 years
- Format: Online, Monday–Thursday 6:00–9:00 p.m. (Zoom/Google Meet); final exams in person
- Intakes: Twice a year — September and January
- Tuition: $280,000 (Year 1) and $300,000 (Year 2), plus a $3,000 registration fee and 12 manuals at $2,500 each
Modules
- Introduction to Paralegal Studies
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Tort Law
- Civil Procedure
- Law of Succession
- Employment Law
- Commercial Law
- Land Law
- Legal Research and Writing
- Financial Services
- Introduction to Caribbean Legal Systems
- Communication Studies
- Client Care
- Introduction to Sociology
- Introduction to American Legal Systems
- Introduction to Criminology
- Practicum
- Conversational Spanish
- Information Technology
- Foundation Mathematics
- Principles of Accounts
- Internship
Career Opportunities
- Paralegal / Legal Assistant
- Legal Secretary
- Court Clerk
- Title Examiner
- Claims Adjuster
- Legal Analyst
- Probation Officer Assistant
- Social Services Caseworker
- Compliance Specialist
- Human Resources Assistant
- Continuing on to a Bachelor’s Degree or Law School
Entry Requirements & Application Documents
- Proof of grades — 5 CXC subjects, including English
- Two passport-sized photographs, endorsed by a Justice of the Peace, Police Officer, or Attorney-at-Law
- Tax Registration Number (TRN)
- Valid ID
- Birth certificate
Tuition & Payment Plan
Full payment is preferred at the start of each year. If a payment plan is needed: for Year 1, 60% ($168,000) on or before commencement, then the remaining 40% ($112,000) in 2 parts; for Year 2, 60% ($180,000) on or before commencement, then the remaining 40% ($120,000) in 2 parts. Full fee and payment-plan details, along with how to pay, are on the Admissions page.