Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Business, Technology and Public Service
Ready to start a rewarding career in the legal field? Our ABA-approved program will train you to assist licensed professionals by preparing for trials, drafting documents, and conducting legal research. While our graduates don’t practice law, they are well-prepared for high-paying, in-demand careers as paralegals, legal technicians, and legal assistants. As the legal field continues to grow, further education beyond PPSC could lead you to roles such as lawyer, judge, or arbitrator.
The objectives of the program are to (1) train students for employment as paralegals in a variety of legal settings; (2) provide opportunities for students who wish to upgrade existing job skills; and (3) provide coursework and transfer information to students who are interested in continuing their education.
This certificate is designed for college graduates interested in gaining critical skill necessary to work in the legal support industry. This certificate program offering is only available to those students who possess (at the time of entry into the program) a bachelor’s degree or HIGHER from a regionally accredited college or university.
The Criminal Justice program at Pikes Peak State College prepares you for careers like police officer, corrections officer, probation officer, and crime scene investigator.
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Do you ever wonder how governments work and why they make their choices? With PPSC’s Political Science program, you’ll learn about the ideas, systems, and institutions that shape our world. Our program is designed to help you specialize in areas like U.S. politics, comparative government, or global organizations.
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