Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at City College – Miami 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 Connecticut colleges that offer paralegal program.

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City College – Miami

35 N Main St, Southington, CT

City College - Miami, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Miami, Florida, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. City College - Miami, with only about 400 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs City College - Miami offers:

• Business Administration
• Emergency Medical Technology
• Law and Justice Administration
• Medical Insurance Coding
• Medical Assistant

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $15,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible as grants and loans.

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.citycollege.edu to view additional information.

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).