Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Arlington Career Institute teaches students to perform legal research, as well as drafting, investigatory record-keeping, and other administrative functions related to the legal system. Students who graduate the program will perform these functions under the supervision of an attorney or in a court and will gain instruction from the program in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and other legal specializations. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Arlington Career Institute (ABU)

3001 W Division, Arlington, TX

As a family-owned institution, Arlington Career Institute is deeply dedicated to the success of our students. Since 1982, this success has been achieved through comprehensive training and education. We believe that everyone should be able to obtain the education they seek, and we're committed to providing the tools you need to succeed every step of the way.

Have a job? Kids? No problem. Arlington Career Institute offers both day and evening classes to fit any lifestyle. Legal and Healthcare jobs will continue to be in demand and some of our programs can be completed in as little as 10 months! Many of our programs offer an externship class which pairs students with working professionals to provide valuable hands-on industry training. Plus, when it comes time to search for a job, we will help guide you through the process with our Career Placement Assistance program. From enrollment to graduation, Arlington Career Institute is dedicated to your success.

Accreditations and Recognitions

• Accrediting Commission Of Career Schools And Colleges
• Texas Workforce Commission Regulation And Approval
• Texas Department Of Aging And Disability Services (DADS)
• Career Colleges And Schools Of Texas
• National Association For Health Professionals
• Veterans Approval
• National Court Reporters Association
• National Health Career Association
• WIA Approved

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Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ABU offers a less than two-year award program in paralegal.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Description

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, paralegals and legal assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $60700
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $55770

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

Description

Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. May compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, title examiners, abstractors, and searchers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.15
  • Average Annual Salary: $64790
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $59540

Legal Support Workers, All Other

Description

All legal support workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).