Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate

Program Overview

The Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate Program at UFV is a 7-month, online program that equips students with the skills to support legal professionals in various settings. The program covers essential skills in legal procedures, including litigation, family law, corporate law, wills and estates, and conveyancing. Graduates qualify for administrative support positions in legal offices, government agencies, and other organizations. The program also provides a pathway to further studies in paralegal programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Become a trained legal administrative assistant: The program equips you with the skills to support legal professionals in various settings.
• Wide range of skills: You will learn essential skills in legal procedures, including litigation, family law, corporate law, wills and estates, and conveyancing.
• Rewarding career: The program prepares you for a rewarding career in the legal field with the option to pursue further studies in paralegal programs.

Outline:

• Full-time, 7-month program: Delivered through online courses with a two-week in-person practicum.
• Flexible schedule: Online courses with no set meeting times, except for two scheduled online orientations.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods may include exams, assignments, and participation in online discussions.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods likely include lectures, online discussions, and practical exercises.

Careers:

• Legal Administrative Assistants (LAA) qualify for various administrative support positions: Including corporate offices, law enforcement agencies, government services, notary public offices, insurance companies, financial organizations, correctional institutions, and real estate offices.
• High skill set and multitasking abilities: The program equips you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in diverse workplaces.
• Personally and financially rewarding career: The program offers the opportunity for interesting and challenging work with good earning potential.
• Further education: You can pursue further studies in the Paralegal Certificate and Paralegal Diploma programs upon completing the LAA certificate.

Other:

• Tuition: $7,803 (subject to change)
• Financial aid: Available for eligible students
• Application deadline: Rolling admissions
• Practicum: A two-week work-like experience in the legal field.
• Practicum requirements: 85% grade in all previous coursework.
• Practicum location: Lower Mainland, with possible travel required.
• Practicum missing: Contact Continuing Education for extenuating circumstances.
• Textbooks: Available through the UFV Bookstore.