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Legal Studies (Paralegal Studies) (A.S.) (2299)

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Associate DegreeAS - Associate in Science

Overview

Curriculum

Additional Requirements

Career

Internships/Externships/Rotations/Fieldwork

The program culminates in a professional internship during the student’s last semester in the program. With approval from the Instructional Program Manager, a student may enroll in the Internship course, which will consist of classroom activities and an internship of a minimum 180 hours at a law-related office. For those students who are unable to complete an internship due to circumstances, the program has developed an alternative course, Simulated Law Office Experience: The Legal Studies Capstone. The alternative course is not ideally suited for everyone and cannot fully replace the valuable experience of an internship. Students are encouraged to participate in the internship when feasible.

Record of Conviction of a Crime

Most governmental agencies, including the Public Defender’s Office and State Attorney’s Office, as well as some law firms, require students to undergo drug screening and criminal background checks prior to internships or employment. Students whose drug screening and criminal background checks are deemed unsatisfactory may be denied access to opportunities at these locations. Students should be aware that some of the professional paralegal organizations may deny membership due to certain criminal convictions. Membership in such organizations is strictly voluntary.

Degree Requirements

Florida State College at Jacksonville is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Florida State College at Jacksonville may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).


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