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Paralegal Studies
Whatcom Community College

Paralegal Studies

Whatcom Community College ETPL
The program provides students with the knowledge and skills for entry into paralegal careers in public or private law offices and law-related agencies.
Visit the program website Advising & Career Services Advisor (360) 383-3080 ext. advise@whatcom.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$5,741.55

Total required fees

$214.80

Books and supplies

$250.00

Locations

Bellingham, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

Yes

Program details

9 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

45

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Evidence of a bachelor's degree. ESLA 117 or placement into ENGL& 101. Completion of PLS 127, PLS 111, and BTEC 121 or BTEC 122 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment is required for all other PLS program courses.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Completion rate

53%

Employment rate

69%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$22.64

Typical (median) annual earnings

$42,358.00
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Top industries for graduates

Program type

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

48%

Other Industries

28%

Healthcare and Social Services

14%

Accommodation and Food Services

10%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
52
Completion rate
53%
Average number of students who completed each year
17
Gender
Male
20%
Female
80%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
2%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
15%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
77%
Multi-racial
5%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
3%
20 to 29
35%
30 to 39
26%
40 to 49
27%
50 and over
10%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
13%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
27%
Some college experience, but no degree
31%
Certificate or AA
10%
BA or higher
19%