Paralegal Studies
Associate in Science Paralegal Studies · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Associate in Science
The A.S. Degree in Paralegal Studies is designed to provide students with education, training, and experience that will enable them to become successful paralegals and to advance in the profession. The program is also designed to help students prepare for NALA (National Association of Legal Assistants) certification.
The graduate of the Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies will:
- Recall significant paralegal issues, theories, and applications.
- Apply paralegal principles to produce work-based learning projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions on assignments and class activities.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A major of 36 units is required for the degree. | ||
| Required core courses (26 units): | 26 | |
| BUS 110 | Business Law | 3 |
| CBOT 305 | Legal Office Procedures | 3 |
| WEE 149 | Work Experience Education: Occupational | 1 |
| PLGL 101 | Intro to Paralegal Studies | 3 |
| PLGL 102 | Criminal Law & Procedure | 3 |
| PLGL 103 | Civil Litigation | 3 |
| PLGL 104 | Legal Research & Writing | 3 |
| PLGL 105 | Legal Analysis & Writing | 3 |
| PLGL 106 | Case Management | 3 |
| PLGL 107 | Ethics for Paralegals | 1 |
| Plus a minimum of 9 units selected from the following: | 9 | |
| PLGL 108 | Wills and Trusts | 3 |
| PLGL 109 | Family Law | 3 |
| PLGL 110 | Intellectual Property Law | 3 |
| PLGL 111 | Tort Law for Paralegals | 3 |
| PLGL 112 | Corporations, Partnership, LLC | 3 |
| RE 302 | Legal Aspects Of Real Estate | 3 |
| General Education | ||
| In addition to completing the program requirements, students are also required to complete general education courses. Students may follow the AHC GE or the Cal-GETC pathways to meet these requirements. Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should use the Cal-GETC GE pathway. To see what major courses and general education requirements you need to fulfill, visit your myHancock account and select the DegreeWorks button in the Academic Profile widget. For more information and guidance, and to receive a detailed education plan, make an appointment with an academic counselor. | ||
| Total | 35 | |