Program Description
Are you interested in pursuing a career in research and investigation? If so, a career as a Paralegal may be for you. Paralegals perform many of the same duties as attorneys. They often help attorneys prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. The role of a Paralegal is often the most pivotal role in a legal office. Paralegals identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other material that are relevant to assigned cases. ACC trains students in legal terminology, research and investigation, organizational and computer skills as well as documenting and presenting findings and opinions.

Career Opportunities
Paralegals are employed in all types of organizations including law firms, corporations, banks, insurance companies, federal, state, and local governments, legal aid organizations and more. Litigation, personal injury and corporate law, criminal law and employee benefits are just some of the areas that a Paralegal can find employment. Paralegals are projected to rank among the fastest growing occupations through 2010. The need for persons to assist the legal profession has expanded greatly with population increases and the growing demand for legal services. Starting salaries range typically from $10 to $15 an hour, depending on experience and location of job.

Options
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Paralegal...68 credit hours (2 years)
(Includes an internship program)

Certificate
Paralegal ………..........40 credit hours (1 year)
(Includes an internship program)

Earn a 4-Year Degree
Students can transfer all Paralegal coursework from ACC toward a 4-year degree at UH-Victoria in Sugarland. Earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing, General Business, Biology, Psychology, or Computer Information Systems. The Marketing and General Business degrees are also offered as online programs.

What are the benefits of this plan?
• Get the skills you can use immediately as a Paralegal, and continue working toward your 4-year degree. It’s a great combination!
• Work as a Paralegal earning a good income while completing your junior and senior years at UH-Victoria in Sugarland.
• Save at least 1/3 the cost of attending a university for four years.
• Receive one-on-one attention at ACC and ease the transition to a university your final two years.

Advantages of ACC
• Small classes
• Dedicated faculty who care about your success
• One-on-one instruction
• Low tuition and fees
• Internship program

For more information call 281-756-3642 or email Paralegal@alvincollege.edu.