Paralegal Technology
We, at Vance-Granville Community College, know you are busy. We are dedicated to preparing students like you for the careers of tomorrow. That is why we designed our program with evening, online, and hybrid classes, a combination of in-class and online instruction, for busy individuals. You will receive instruction from professionals who have worked in the legal field and truly understand the legal culture.
VGCC’s Legal Studies program prepares its graduates to work in demanding legal environments by providing them the cognitive knowledge and practical skills that are demanded in the legal field such as: writing and speaking clearly, concisely, and effectively, conducting research and presenting the results, analyzing legal issues, problem-solving, working individually and in teams, operating professionally and ethically, protecting client confidences, and avoiding conflicts of interest among them.
Program courses bridge the gap between the theoretical study of law with practical applications of communication, analysis, ethics, and legal technology. Courses are designed to ensure they are relevant and include internship opportunities (Work-Based Learning). Graduates of the 2-year AAS Degree or Diploma program* may apply to take the certification examination offered by the North Carolina State Bar.
*Diploma candidates must possess a minimum of a 2-year degree to qualify to take the NC State Bar Paralegal Certification.
Paralegals cannot give legal advice
| Program Name | Credit Hours | Program Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paralegal Technology Degree A25380 (Course Sequence) | 65-66 | |
| Paralegal Technology Diploma D25380 (Course Sequence) | 36 | |
| Paralegal Technology Certificate C25380C (Course Sequence) | 14 |
Discover the specifics of our programs, including required courses, course sequence, pathways, and learning outcomes.
Students enrolled in pre-approved continuing education training courses may request awarded credit in corresponding curriculum programs. They must first register, pay, and pass the continuing education course with a grade of satisfactory. In order to request awarded credit, the student must be enrolled in the corresponding curriculum program.
The credit will be awarded by the appropriate department with a grade of “PR”, Credit for Prior Learning. The credit hours of the course will count toward graduation at VGCC but may not transfer to other colleges or universities.
For a more comprehensive list of Continuing Education courses and their corresponding curriculum programs, please visit Approved CE to CU Prior Learning Credits.
| CE Course Taken | Equivalent CU Course | Credit Hours Awarded | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEX 3100B Legal Issues and Concepts, 3.2 CEUs | LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal Technology | 2 | October 20, 2020 |
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