I know that what I'm looking for may not even be out there, but I'd be remiss not to at least try! I'm trying to find a post-baccalaureate certificate in legal studies (I'd like to work as a legal assistant/paralegal). ABA is not important, but it must be 100% online and the school must be regionally accredited. Does such a thing exist? If not I guess I'll be choosing between an undergrad certificate or a second bachelor's, if I can find the funds. I am not interested in JD. Thanks in advance!
If you search for paralegal studies, then you'll find more options. Legal studies is usually a full degree program. Certificates are easier to find for paralegal studies. Online Paralegal Postbaccalaureate Certificate | Kaplan University EKU Online Paralegal- Degrees & Graduate Programs
These are Master's programs, not certificates, but may be useful to others. WashU St. Louis: Master of Legal Studies (MLS) | @WashULaw Online ASU: https://www.law.asu.edu/admissions/Admissions/MLSMasterofLegalStudiesProgram.aspx WVU: Online Legal Studies M.L.S. | WVU Online Drexel: Master of Legal Studies Online Degree UIS: http://www.uis.edu/legalstudies/curriculum/mastersonline/
I'm definitely interested in the Kaplan program as it looks like the EKU certificate has a partial residency requirement that would be near impossible for me to work out as a single mother. However I am concerned that there may be some bias against Kaplan graduates when looking for a job - when I try to search for reviews of the program I am finding a lot of reviews that say Kaplan grads are not considered as seriously as grads from traditional, brick & mortar schools. This is the only con I can find to the program. Does anyone have experience or insight to share in regard to perceived bias?
Undergraduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies | Liberty University Online Paralegal Certificate - University of Maine at Augusta
Mississippi College Program: Post-Baccalaureate Program 27-Hour Online Certificate in Paralegal Studies - Mississippi College - Acalog ACMS
Duke University: Paralegal Certificate Program Paralegal Studies -- Professional Certificates -- Duke Continuing Studies Washington Online Learning Institute | Career Training and Certification
OPARA200 - Online Certificate in Paralegal Studies | Center for Professional Education | Boston University
George Mason University Paralegal Certificate Program- Online: George Mason Continuing Education $1189