Paralegal / Legal Assistant | AAS - Western Iowa Tech Western Iowa Tech Community College
 
 

Paralegal / Legal Assistant | AAS

This program will provide you with the legal knowledge and administrative skills to serve as a paralegal, working closely with not only attorneys in law firms, but also corporations, real estate companies, government agencies and the banking industry. 

The courses taught in the program will focus on realistic projects, case studies, and practical application of classroom instruction. In both the classroom and through internships you will develop professional networking relationships and have the opportunity to investigate various aspects of the paralegal/legal assistant profession. The program provides the educational background enabling you to prepare for and take the NALA and NALS national certification exams.

Degree
Associate of Applied Science

Credits
69

Locations
Sioux City Campus

Eligible for Free Tuition/Last Dollar Scholarship

 

Admissions Advisor

Colleen Clifford
Career Navigator
colleen.clifford@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3126
Sioux City Campus, Admissions A303
Book Appointment

Career Information

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.  

 

Required Classes

For a list of current required classes, visit our catalog at:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=10&poid=2318&returnto=752

Faculty and Staff

Mellisa Flanigan
Business and Office Support Instructor
mellisa.flanigan@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3326
Sioux City Campus, Room L314
 
 

Estimated Cost of Attending

* In-state Tuition (total):
$13,938.00
* Out-of-state Tuition (total):
$14,352.00
Educational Fees/sem:
$97.00
Est. Equipment and misc:
$0.00
** Est. Books/sem:
$600.00
Est. Tools:
$0.00
Est. Transportation and personal expense/sem:
$2,273.00
Est. Housing and meals/sem:
$3,675.00
Est. Fees/Misc:
$0.00

* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.

** The cost of books varies per program.