Paralegal
JCCC's Legal Studies program prepares students for a career in the law as a paralegal.
- We are the only American Bar Association approved paralegal education program in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This program has been approved by the ABA since 1980.
- This program is accredited by the ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs).
- Earning an associate's degree through JCCC's Paralegal program can help you complete a bachelor's degree.
- Paralegals cannot practice law. Only licensed attorneys may practice law.
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Degrees and Certificates
Planning for Classes
- Program Requirements
- Steps to Enroll for Credit Classes
- Meet the Faculty
- Transfer Options
- DegreeCheck
Costs and Finances
Resources for Students
Paralegal Profession
Professional Organizations
- American Bar Association
- National Federation of Paralegal Associations
- Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)
