PARA 2210 Syllabus

Subject Code

PARA

Course Number

2210

Course Title

Paralegal Internship I

Prerequisites

Completion of all coursework, permission of department, and a 2.0 cumulative grade point average, no unresolved grades of F or I, and good academic standing.

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered every semester

Credit Hours

(0-18-6)

Course Description

This course focuses on the application and reinforcement of paralegal skills in an actual workplace environment, or at the discretion of the instructor, in a school practicum with simulated work experiences. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into paralegal applications on the job. Topics include problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, the use of proper interpersonal skills, the application of paralegal skills in a workplace setting, and professional development. Students must pay a $25 supply fee when registering for this course.  This course is taken simultaneously with PARA 2215.

Course Outcomes