LEI @ Widener Law Center offers an Associate’s of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies for students with time constraints. Paralegals currently are employed in a variety of areas, including law firms, governement and court offices, real estate agencies, banking and financial institutions, health care agencies, insurance agencies, corporations and other businesses. Training emhasizes legal theory, principles, procedures, practical applications, and production of legal documents.
To earn the Associate’s Degree, you must complete 60 credits of course work, including 39 credits of specialty course work and 21 credits of general education requirements. General education classes are offered on both the Delaware and Chester campuses through
University College. Many graduates also seek a
Bachelor's Degree upon their completion of the Associate's Degree.
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credit breakdown or
required courses for the program.