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Paralegal Studies, AAS

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Program Overview

Opportunities in the Paralegal field are plentiful. Experienced, formally trained Paralegal Studies graduates with strong research, writing and computer skills have the best job prospects according to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The Paralegal Studies program prepares students to perform substantive and procedural legal work under the supervision of a lawyer or judge in law firms, corporations, legal aid offices or government agencies. The program may also serve as a foundation for students who may later pursue baccalaureate or professional degrees in Paralegal Studies or Law.

MCC offers both a Paralegal Studies Certificate and an Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal Studies degree. 

For more information, visit: www.mchenry.edu/paralegal

The primary purpose of an Associate in Applied Science degree is to prepare students for employment. The AAS degree is not designed specifically for transfer; however, there are opportunities to apply some coursework or the whole degree to a bachelor’s degree program. For more information, see an academic advisor and the department chair.


Paralegal Studies, AAS Sample Semester Plan

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Paralegal Studies, AAS Degree Requirements

Curriculum: OCC 208

General Education

Written Communication: 3 Credit Hours

Select One Written Communication Course  

Oral Communication: 3 Credit Hours

Select One Oral Communication Course 

Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science: 3 Credit Hours

Select One Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science Course  

Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science: 3 Credit Hours

Select One Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science Course  

Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science: 3 Credit Hours

Select One Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science Course  

Total General Education: 15 Credit Hours

Program Core: 27 Credit Hours

Electives: 18 Credit Hours

Total Minimum Degree Credits: 60

Other AAS Graduation Requirements:

  • 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA at MCC upon completion of program
  • 15 semester hours of program-specific coursework taken at MCC.
  • Completion of graduation application
  • Completion of end-of-program assessment as directed by this department

For more information, contact the department chair: (815) 479-7511.

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