Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Lansing 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 Michigan colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Lansing Community College

650 W Easterday Ave, Sault Ste Marie, MI

Lansing Community College (LCC) is a two-year community college offering programs that lead to associate degrees and professional or vocational certificates. Students may also attend LCC to fulfill their general education requirements for transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree. LCC offers a Transfer Agreement program that includes partnerships with other institutions and provides guidelines for transfer students. LCC also provides Transfer Guides that allow students to pursue a course of study in a chosen subject area that will satisfy specific transfer requirements for a designated institution. Study areas at LCC are fairly comprehensive, with majors available in everything from accounting to psychology or water resource management.

LCC participates in the Michigan Career Preparation System, which is designed to give all Michigan students a boost in their futures by providing them opportunities to explore different career options from the time they are in elementary school and above.  LCC supports Career Pathways, a component of this system, helping students choose career options that have similar characteristics and employment requirements. Career Pathways helps to identify classes that can be taken in high school to better prepare students for college success. LCC offers transfer, certificate and associate degree programs in all the six Career Pathways in Michigan:

• Arts and Communication
• Business Management, Marketing and Technology
• Engineering / Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
• Health Sciences
• Human Services
• Natural Resources and Agriscience

History

Lansing Community College was established in 1957. At that time, Greater Lansing's industrial workforce was increasing demand for specialized and technical education. LCC soon expanded to offer higher education in several core areas: career and workforce development, developmental education, general education and personal enrichment.

Academics

The academic calendar for Lansing Community College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.

Colleges and Schools

The academic units at Lansing Community College are organized into departments and divisions, rather than into colleges and schools.

Student Life

Student activities and events on the Lansing Community College campus include performing arts events, athletics, and more. Students may wish to join one of the more than 30 registered student organizations available on campus...or start their own.

LCC Radio 89.7 FM keeps students informed of the latest news on campus, as does LCC TV station, The Link. The student-run newspaper, The Lookout, offers more information about news, events and activities on campus.

Student services at Lansing Community College include a welcome center, library, student finance, a Spirit Shop, two computer labs, a selection of dining venues, and more.

Traditions

The traditional school colors for Lansing Community College are blue and white. The athletic teams are nicknamed the LCC "Stars." Students at LCC hold a "StarCard" as their student identification and discount card.

Athletics

The LCC "Stars" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports at the junior college level, and have won several NJCAA championships. Competitive sports at LCC include:

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Track and Field

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Softball
• Track & Field
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

In addition to its main campus in Lansing, Michigan, Lansing Community College has two satellite campuses and two off-campus learning centers:

• Lansing Community College West Campus
• Lansing Community College East Campus
• St. John's Clinton County Center (SJCCC)
• Livingston County Center at Parker Campus

Community Life

Lansing Community College has a Business & Community Institute that provides local businesses with on-demand training programs at their company location, online or at an LCC campus. The program offers workforce training in the areas of:

• Customer Service
• Health and Information Technology
• Project Management
• Quality Assurance
• Information Technology (IT)

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lansing Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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

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).