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      "markdown": "### Summary\n\nThe Pathway to Law School Certificate of Achievement recognizes students who have completed the coursework which is one of the requirements to be named a “Cal-LAW Scholar” by the statewide California Law Pathway Program. This program seeks to help students from diverse backgrounds acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the legal profession.\n\n**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Pathway to Law School Program will be able to:**\n\n1.  Understand the various opportunities for careers in the law\n2.  Demonstrate skills that will help prepare for a career in the legal profession\n3.  Assess the steps that are necessary to move forward on a path to a career in the legal profession"
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