Legal Administrative Studies: Certificate
Description
The Legal Administrative Studies certificate provides students with training in general and specialized administrative support procedures which are utilized in today's legal offices. It is a full-time program with two terms of study starting in September. Subjects covered include general office procedures, wills and estates, corporate records, civil litigation, family law, and conveyancing. In addition, students will become knowledgeable in word processing skills.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
Basic keyboarding skills are also recommended.
Curricular Requirements
Semester 1 (Fall)
All of: |
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| LGLA 1202 | Legal Office Procedures – Corporate Law | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1205 | Legal Office Procedures – Litigation | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1125 | Legal Procedure and Research | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1145 | Word Processing | 3 credits | |
One of: |
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| LGLA 1155 | Business Communications | 3 credits | |
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction to Professional Communication | 3 credits | |
Semester 2 (Spring)
All of: |
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| LGLA 1115 | Bookkeeping Basics | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1203 | Legal Office Procedures – Conveyancing | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1204 | Legal Office Procedures – Wills & Estates | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1206 | Legal Office Procedures – Family Law | 3 credits | |
| LGLA 1399 | Legal Assistant Work Experience/Project | 3 credits | |
One of: |
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| LGLA 1135 | Legal Administrative Computer Applications | 3 credits | |
| CBSY 1105 | Computer Business Applications | 3 credits | |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies.
At a Glance
School of Business
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Certificate
Offered At:
Surrey
Start Date(s):
September
Intake Type:
Limited intake
Format:
Full-time
Minimum Credits Required:
- 33
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Curriculum Effective Date:
- 01-Sep-2011