Career Certificate
Train to Become a Paralegal Online
Certified paralegals play an extremely important role in the legal industry. This 100% online course will prepare you for the Certified Paralegal (CP) exam, offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). You’ll learn how to perform a variety of tasks that paralegals experience every day, such as legal research, interviews, analysis and more.
Job Outlook for Paralegals
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs for paralegals will grow by 4% through 2032, which is as fast as most other positions. On average, around 38,000 jobs for paralegals are expected annually over the decade.
The BLS states that the average annual salary for paralegals is $59,200 (as of May 2022). However, salary can increase depending on your law specialty and experience level.
FAQs about Paralegals
Course Objectives
- Learn the common responsibilities and duties of paralegals within the US legal system.
- Be fully prepared to sit for the Certified Paralegal certification exam, offered by NALA.
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Instructor
Casey Thompson
Casey Thompson is a licensed attorney in Texas. Before he started teaching, his major areas of practice were business and corporate law, entertainment law and intellectual property rights. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and holds a law degree from the Texas A&M School of Law.