Paralegal Studies Courses

Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies

General Education Core Curriculum

Course CodeCourse Name
ENGL110English Grammar and Composition I
ENGL111English Grammar and Composition II
ENGL212Caribbean Literature
ENGL213Communication Studies I
ENGL214Communication Studies II
THEO110Introduction to Christian Theology
MATH110Intermediate Algebra
RSCH210Research Methods
CMPS110Introduction to Computer Studies
HIST110History of Belize
SPAN110Intermediate Spanish

General Education Credits: 33

Professional Core Curriculum

Course CodeCourse Name
LAWW120Caribbean Legal Systems
LAWW121Principles of Public Law
LAWW222Criminal Law
LAWW223Law of Tort
LAWW224Law of Contract
LAWW225Real Property
PLGS223Law Office Management
PLGS121Introduction to Legal Research and Writing
PLGS225Civil Practice and Procedures I
PLGS226Civil Practice and Procedures II
PLGS123Criminal Practice and Procedures
PLGS227The Law of Associations
PLGS228Introduction to Wills, Trusts, Probate & Administration
PLGS224Family Law and Poverty Law

Professional Core Credits: 42

Elective Credits: 3

Total Credits Required for Graduation: 78

One (1) elective course (3 credits) is required.