Paralegal Diploma Program
The Metro College paralegal diploma program is accredited by the Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC). The paralegal training program provides students with the required paralegal knowledge and skills required to provide legal services in specified areas of law in Ontario.
The Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC) accredits paralegal programs and licenses paralegals. Upon successful completion of this paralegal training, students will be eligible to take and pass the LUSC licensing exam. After being licensed, a paralegal can practice independently in various areas of law.
Demand for paralegal services is experiencing rapid growth in Ontario, Canada. Licensed paralegal professionals have a great choice in career options. They enjoy career opportunities in both public and private sectors. Certified paralegals can work for law firms, law offices, legal institutions, and legal departments within medium and large companies, as well as government agencies.
Metro College’s paralegal course has the following advantages:
- Accredited by the Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC);
- Approved as a Canadian college diploma by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU);
- Teachers are experienced lawyers and paralegals;
- Paralegal graduates are eligible to take the LSUC paralegal license exam;
- 100% practicum placement;
- Excellent legal employment opportunity
The Metro College paralegal program will help individuals gain the knowledge required to provide clients with legal advice and consultation. Graduates who have entrepreneurial aspirations can start a Paralegal business and provide legal services. Paralegals licensed by the LSUC are reputable professionals who enjoy high levels of career satisfaction, and financial achievement.
Modules of Metro College’s Paralegal Certified Diploma:
- Introduction to the legal system
- Legal Research and Writing
- Legal Computer Applications
- Communication and Writing
- Torts and Contracts
- Administrative Law
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Advocacy
- Evidence and the Litigation Process
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility
- Small Claims Court
- Provincial Offences / Motor Vehicle Offences
- Residential Landlord and Tenant Law
- Immigration and Refugee Law
- Employment Law
- Criminal / Summary Conviction Procedure
- Tribunal Practice and Procedure
- Legal Accounting
- Practice Management/Operating a Small Business
- Interviewing Skills for Legal Professionals
- Practicum Placement
Admission Requirements
- OSSD or equivalent
- Good command of English language
- Basic computer skills
- Passing entrance test
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the paralegal program and being licensed as a paralegal by the LSUC, students will be qualified for the following positions:
- Litigator and client advocate at various levels of the justice system including courts, administrative tribunals and boards.
- Paralegal in law firms of various sizes, and legal departments in public and private sectors.
- Paralegal business owner.
- Legal Mediator/Arbitrator practicing alternative dispute resolution.
- Legal Consultant to individuals and businesses.
Financial Assistance at Metro College of Technology
Canadian or landed immigrant students enrolled in the paralegal course at Metro College of Technology may be eligible for financial assistance. Second Career financial assistance and Social Assistance may be available to those who are qualified and in search of a paralegal diploma. In addition, Metro College of Technology offers tuition installment payment plans for students in need.
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