Paralegal Studies - Online
Requirements
Admission Criteria
In order to enroll in the online program, students must hold a high school diploma or an advanced degree. In addition, participants must have both word processing and internet skills, and have regular access to a computer for their studies.
Earning the Certificate
The online program is designed to ensure student success. Students are required to demonstrate a mastery of each segment’s material before gaining access to the next segment. Mastery is documented through the successful completion of online exams given for each section. In addition, students in the online program will be assigned their own instructor. Instructors will communicate regularly with students, be available to answer questions, and help with any problems the student might encounter. The instructor will track the student's progress through the program, grade all work, and give final approval over program completion. Students who successfully complete the program will earn the Duke Certificate only with approval from their instructor.
Length of Program
Most students complete the program in 4 to 6 months. Students must complete the program within 12 months of the enrollment date.
Effective August 1, 2008: Any student who wishes to be granted an extension beyond the stated 12 month completion date must submit a written request to the Program Director. Approval of extensions will be at the discretion of the Program Director. Fees for all extensions will apply.
System Requirements
Students wishing to enroll in the program must have a computer (IBM Compatible PC or Apple Macintosh) with the following:
- Internet Access
- Internet Browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Basic word processing skills
- Microsoft Office Word