Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies
Description
The Legal Administrative Studies certificate provides students with training in general and specialized administrative support procedures which are utilized in today's legal offices. It is a full-time program with two terms of study starting in September. Subjects covered include general office procedures, wills and estates, corporate records, civil litigation, family law, and conveyancing. In addition, students will become knowledgeable in word processing skills.
Faculty's website: kpu.ca/business
Department's website: kpu.ca/business/legal-admin
Admission Requirements
The Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, apply to this program.
Basic keyboarding skills are also recommended.
Curricular Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction Workplace Writing and Communications | 3 |
| LGLA 1125 | Introduction To Legal Office Procedures | 3 |
| LGLA 1145 | Legal Administrative Computer Applications I: Document Preparation/Production | 3 |
| LGLA 1160 | Contemporary Issues in the Law Office | 3 |
| LGLA 1185 | Legal Administrative Computer Applications II | 3 |
| LGLA 1202 | Corporate Law and Procedures | 3 |
| LGLA 1204 | Wills and Estates | 3 |
| LGLA 1205 | Litigation and Civil Procedure | 3 |
| LGLA 1206 | Family Law and Procedures | 3 |
| LGLA 1399 | Legal Assistant Work Experience/Project | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies.
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