Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies

The Paralegal Institute offers an opportunity for you to add a competitive edge to your pursuit of a position in the Paralegal field by offering an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program. We also offer Paralegal Continuing Education programs that can help you keep that competitive edge as you pursue advanced career opportunities.

The Paralegal Institute offers an additional opportunity for you to add a competitive edge to your pursuit of the best available position in the Paralegal field by offering paralegal programs like the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies.

Students must successfully complete the same courses outlined in the Paralegal Diploma program, as well as the five specialty courses of 15 credit hours. To complete the requirements for the ADPS, students are required to take 5 general education courses (or transfer credits showing completion and competence in these courses passing with a C or better). The ADPS is composed of 60 semester hours and 2700 clock hours, which include the general education courses of 15 semester hours.

Duration

We offer open enrollment within our paralegal programs, thus you may register at any time. Completion of the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program depends solely on the study schedule you set for yourself. We recommend that you maintain a consistent submission of lessons.The Paralegal Institute gives you up to 2 years to complete the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program.

Once you, as the student, successfully complete the first 10 courses outlined below, you will be eligible to sit for the National Association for Legal Assistants (NALA) Certification Exam.

Course Outline

What courses are in the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program?

The following courses are included in the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program. Courses are released one at a time to maximize learning. The Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program has a total of 60 credit hours. Each course must be completed in 8 weeks.

Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies Core Courses

Associate Degree in Paralegal Specialty Courses

Associate Degree in Paralegal General Education Courses

Tuition & Fees

The total price for The Paralegal Institute Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies program is $10,950.

Payment Plans

• Full Payment Plan: Pay in full for a total program price of $10,450. Save $500!
• Private Student Loan: Finance your education with low down payments and customized terms!

All academic and financial obligations to the school must be made prior to the release of final transcripts and diploma.

Financial Assistance

The programs at The Paralegal Institute@Brighton College are approved for Veterans benefits. The Paralegal Institute@Brighton College also works with many employers’ Tuition Reimbursement programs as well as various Workforce Development and Vocational Rehabilitation programs. To find out if you qualify for these programs, call our office at 1.800.354.1254 for more information.

Proctored Exams

All associate degree students are required to take two proctored exams through an online proctoring service, ProctorU, as required in specific courses. Proctored exams are open-book and only course material, course resources, and personal notes may be used. Students may not use Google or any other online search options to locate answers during proctored exams. A webcam is required to complete proctored tests. Transfer credits will be considered on a case-by-case basis and alternate courses will be established upon enrollment as warranted. For students who do not have access to a webcam, they may check with the local library, community centers, and recreational centers for availability. Active duty and deployed service members may request proctoring through a military education officer or test control officer. If necessary, a proctored exam may be done in person with a non-affiliated individual such as an administrator, librarian, counselor, or human resource personnel. In-person proctored exams require approval from the Student Services Manager prior to taking the exam.

Brighton offers online programs with a focus on quality and affordability. From the time you first inquire up until your graduation day, we are committed to providing you with the best educational experience and ensuring your ultimate success.

Brighton was founded in 1961 as Modern Schools, Inc. with the purpose of providing the most up-to-date distance education programs in the hospitality field. The school’s name was later changed to Hospitality Training Center and then shortened to HTC in 1989 to better reflect the scope and philosophy of the training programs. In 2001, HTC merged with Ohio Professional Education Center to form HTC Distance Education. In 2004, HTC Distance Education was purchased by Brighton College, offering certificate, diploma, and degree programs through our online college classes. In 2020, Brighton made the decison to withdraw from DEAC Accreditation. In 2021, LearnKey, Inc., a thirty-three year old globally recognized workforce solutions provider to corporate, government, and education organizations acquired 100% ownership of Brighton College & The Paralegal Institute (BC/TPI).