Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Baltimore City Community 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 Maryland colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Baltimore City Community College

318 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD

Baltimore City Community College, located in Baltimore, Maryland, was founded in 1947 and was originally known as Baltimore Junior College. The school was among the first in the burgeoning community college s to show growth and trend toward what modern community colleges have become. The expansion and educational opportunities provided by the school were embraced and developed due to post World War II focus on education a career planning necessary to move beyond the economic hardships of the previous decade and the ill-prepared returning soldiers. The school was originally part of the city's public school system, but control was eventually granted to the state due to budgetary concerns and decreased local funding.

Academics
BCCC offers a number of programs and courses, allowing students and adults to choose classes and programs that best meet their needs and help fulfill their goals. Career programs provide training and education specific to a given field of study, assisting students to develop specialized skills and perform their duties and tasks professionally. Programs take between one and two years to complete resulting in an associate degree or certificate demonstrating competency and assisting in job search. Individuals studying in one of these programs will be capable of performing tasks and duties at the entry level utilizing methods and techniques learned through practical and traditional classroom courses.

Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the necessary units to fulfill the requirements of the first two years of a four year education. Students who complete a program of study may apply for transfer to a college or university to continue their education and obtain a bachelor's degree. Transfer to public institutions in the state Maryland is by agreements in that allow for admission if certain academic criteria are met. Students applying to schools that are private or out of state should meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum that best suits the student's desired school or school's transfer requirements.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Fashion Design
• Nursing
• General Studies

Admissions and Financial Aid
BCCC is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual students to be admitted if they meet the minimum criteria for enrollment and submit an application for admission. Students must supply transcripts and standardized test scores, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. New students should participate in orientation as well as meet with a counselor to discuss programs and plan a curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the forms from which will be used to determine financial need, program eligibility and monetary awards. Financial aid should be applied for prior to deadlines posted by the financial aid office and must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year. Students may be randomly selected to provide the financial aid office with additional documentation to ensure the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds as per federal regulation.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Baltimore City Community 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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $53980

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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $43180

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).