Paralegal Studies, Associate of Arts
Program Description:
This program has been designed for those students seeking a career in law. Students will take courses that survey the American legal system, as well as courses in communication, humanities, behavioral science, mathematics, natural science, and computers. Florida National University will award an Associate of Arts in Paralegal upon graduation to those students who complete the necessary requirements. Upon graduating, students may pursue upper-level studies, or commence a career within the legal profession*. *Note: Employment within the legal profession may require the successful completion of a criminal background check, and character fitness (including credit-worthiness).
Program Requirements (60 Credits)
General Education (39 Credits)
Student Life Skills (1 Credit)
English and Communications (9 Credits)
Humanities (6 Credits)
Social Science (6 Credits)
| PSY 1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
| | Any Social Science Course | 3 |
Natural Science (7 Credits)
| | Any Two Natural Science Courses Including One Lab | 7 |
Mathematics (7 Credits)
Information Literacy (3 Credits)
| CGS 1030 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
Core Requirements (18 Credits)
Electives (3 Credits)
An Associate of Arts program is a two-year course of study that covers the core materials needed to complete the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree.