Paralegal
Program Details
Humber’s Paralegal graduate certificate program prepares you for an exciting career in the legal field. You will gain skills in legal research, oral and written advocacy, critical thinking and problem solving through a case-based and problem-based learning environment. You will develop your oral advocacy skills through active learning including presentations and mock trials.
Courses include tort and contract law, residential landlord and tenant law, employment law, small claims court, provincial offences and summary convictions, and administrative tribunal law and procedures. Studies in legal accounting, business planning, ethics and entrepreneurship help prepare you to set up and manage your own paralegal professional practice.
Students will complete the program on a full-time basis over three consecutive terms: September - August or January - December.
Semester 1 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| PRLG 5000: Introduction to the Legal System | Online |
| PRLG 5001: Legal Research | Online |
| PRLG 5002: Legal Computer Applications | Online |
| PRLG 5003: Small Claims Court | Online/In-Person |
| PRLG 5004: Tort and Contract Law | Online |
| PRLG 5005: Legal Writing Skills | Online |
| PRLG 5006: Paralegal Career Development | Online |
Semester 3 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| PRLG 5300: Advocacy | Online |
| PRLG 5301: Employment Law | Online |
| PRLG 5302: Practice Management - Operating a Small Business | Online |
| PRLG 5303: Ethics & Professional Responsibility | Online |
| PRLG 5304: Tribunal Practice & Procedure | Online |
| PRLG 5305: Paralegal Field Placement | Online |
| PRLG 5306: Alternate Dispute Resolution | Online |
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Work within areas of permitted practice and articulate limitations on representation for paralegals.
- Develop and assess strategies which adhere to the professional and ethical requirements of the Paralegal Rules of Conduct.
- Research, analyze, interpret and apply the provisions of legislation and case law to client situations using proper legal citation methods.
- Conduct trial and tribunal advocacy in accordance with the permitted scope of practice of a paralegal by utilizing the applicable structure, process, and jurisdictional authority of courts and administrative tribunals.
- Select and employ effective human relations, interpersonal, and intervention strategies to assist in resolving conflicts.
- Develop a coherent case management strategy and execute it effectively.
- Select and utilize information technology resources and current industry computer software.
- Communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, using accurate legal terminology.
- Create legal documents and correspondence required for use by clients and on behalf of clients.
- Investigate and utilize paralegal business practices competently and effectively.
- Demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills to meet the timelines and limitation periods within a legal environment.
- Identify and apply discipline specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.
Work Placement
Course learning is reinforced through participation in a mandatory, unpaid, 120 hour work placement in the third term.
Your Career
Employment for licensed paralegals has increased due to both legislative changes and economic growth. These trends are expected to continue to provide opportunities in the legal field.
Once licensed, graduates may find employment as a self-employed private paralegal practitioner or working within legal departments of public or private organizations, paralegal or law firms, government agencies, community legal clinics, and administrative tribunals.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Law Society of Ontario
This program is recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as an accredited Paralegal Education Program. Graduates of the program may apply for licensing as a paralegal in Ontario. The license is issued by the Law Society of Ontario.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Related Programs
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Credential: Ontario Graduate Certificate
Length: 3 semesters
Program Availability
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | North | Closed |
| January 2022 | North | Open |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | North | Closed |
| January 2022 | North | Open |
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On October 21, 2019, the Provincial Government of Ontario announced the renaming of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) to the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU). Both names may appear on this website.
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Fees
The 2021-2022 fee for three semesters is:
- domestic: $5,336.01
- international: $26,202.00
Fees are subject to change.
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Pathways
Pathways are academic routes that students can take to move from one credential to another.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
