Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Augusta Technical College 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 Georgia colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Augusta Technical College (CAU)

223 James P Brawley Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA

About
Augusta Technical College, located in Augusta, Georgia, was founded in 1961 when it was known as Augusta Area Technical Vocational School. The school merged with Richmond Technical school five years later, then expanded its offerings over the next two decades, becoming Augusta Technical Institute in 1987. By 2000 the school had grown again, requiring a name change to better reflect its role in the community  and its offerings, taking its current name. The school is dedicated to providing a quality education to residents of its service area and students from afar, providing an atmosphere of growth and success while preparing individuals for profitable and successful career. The school is open to any student wishing to enroll regardless of race, religion, gender or any other factor. The mission of equal opportunity is very much a part of the school's overall mission, as it allows any individual seeking personal betterment to participate without discrimination.

Academics
Augusta Technical College offers a number of programs that result in a certificate or associate degree. These programs provide students the opportunity to develop the skills and abilities necessary to operate as professionals in the workplace of their chosen field. Offerings are representative of community needs and typically high demand fields. The school provides excellent resources, ensuring that the students are competent, capable, and able to serve their community and meet the demands for professional employment in growing and high demand fields. Programs take between one and two years to complete and allow students to seek employment immediately unless their chosen profession requires licensure or certification prior to employment.

Programs offered include:

• Nursing
• Dental Assisting
• Medical Assisting
• Criminal Justice
• Cosmetology

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institutions, any student wishing to enroll at Augusta Technical College will be admitted upon completion and submission of the application for admission, as well as provide all relevant transcripts and information. Most programs require the applicant to also have a high school diploma or equivalent. Students may be asked to take an assessment exam for basic skills prior to registration to determine which courses they will enroll in. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to determine curriculum and program enrollment as well as participate in student orientation to prepare them for student life and activity on campus.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information resulting from which will be used to determine a student's financial need, family assistance, aid program eligibility and monetary awards. Students may be chosen at random to provide additional financial information by the school in order to verify the accuracy of their FAFSA as part of new federal regulations governing financial aid programs. Students must reapply for aid prior to each academic year as financial circumstances may change yearly.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Augusta Technical College offers an associate's degree 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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $55880

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 250
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $53370

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).