Paralegal Education
| Study location | Canada, Ontario, Toronto |
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| Type | Diploma, College |
| Nominal duration | 2 years, includes 1 work placement |
| Study language | English |
| Course code | 21501 |
| Tuition fee | CA$17,589 per year The fees are for the 2024–2025 academic year and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$375 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$75) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
Note: This program is available for conditional offer if the applicant meets all academic requirements other than English. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English For direct admission, if English is not your first language, OR you did not complete a minimum of two years of full-time study at the secondary school level in an English language school system in a country where English is considered the primary language or the primary language of instruction and evaluation is English, with acceptable grades in all English courses, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Overview
Humber’s Paralegal Education diploma program explores the theoretical, procedural and advocacy aspects of law that may be handled by a paralegal licensed by the Law Society of Ontario. You will learn specialized practical skills within the areas of advocacy, legal research, specific courts and administrative tribunals. The course of studies includes business, small claims court matters, criminal summary convictions, provincial offences, landlord and tenant (among a plethora of other boards and tribunals), employment law, and alternative dispute resolution. Students will develop strong oral advocacy skills by participating in class and in role plays, as well as in presentations and mock trials.
Courses in ethics and the rules of professional conduct, accounting, business planning, and entrepreneurship prepare you to create and manage your own paralegal practice.
During the program, you will develop strong communication skills, particularly in spoken and written English – essential skills for your future career. Students are required to demonstrate competency in small and large group oral presentations, including role plays and mock trials in order to graduate.
Our advisory committee ensures that our program is current and meets high industry expectations.
Work-Integrated Learning
Students complete a field experience of 240 hours in their last semester of the program. This field experience fulfills the Law Society of Ontario requirements and is an opportunity to gain practical on-the-job skills and knowledge. With the support of the field experience advisor, students secure a suitable placement within the paralegal scope of practice that meets their needs and area of interest.
Career opportunities
If you are organized, detail-oriented, have exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently towards deadlines under pressure, a diploma in Paralegal Education may be for you.
Our graduates may set up their own firm upon becoming licensed or find interesting opportunities in the legal profession.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Law Society of Ontario
This program is recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as an accredited Paralegal Education Program. Graduates of the program may apply for licensing as a paralegal in Ontario. The license is issued by the Law Society of Ontario.
Additional requirements and/or costs may apply.
Note: The requirements for licensure are determined by the granting body, which is independent from Humber College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.