The Legal Administrative Studies certificate provides students with training in general and specialized administrative support procedures which are utilized in today's legal offices. It is a fulltime program with two terms of study starting in September. Subjects covered include general office procedures, wills and estates, corporate records, civil litigation, family law, and conveyancing. In addition, students will become knowledgeable in word processing skills. The Legal Administrative Assistant Program is offered as a full time, cohort program. We'll introduce you to a number of different areas of law, including family law, corporate law, civil litigation, and wills and estates, and teach you general office procedures, corporate records, and conveyancing. You'll work with our experienced instructors, many of whom are or have been practicing lawyers. You’ll get hands-on experience, preparing legal documents and court forms using client simulations so you'll feel like you're already working at a law firm. In addition, you'll become knowledgeable in your word processing skills. The program also features a built-in practicum where you’ll gain real experience and make valuable industry connections. Plus, you can use courses in this program as electives in a number of degree programs, should you wish to further your studies. The Legal Administrative Studies certificate provides students with training in general and specialized administrative support procedures which are utilized in today's legal offices.
Career Path
Legal Administrative Assistants are among the highest paid office assistants in B.C. and have many opportunities for career progression, such as becoming a paralegal. We have great connections with the legal industry and the program has a good reputation with law firms. Our graduates have gone on to find employment in a variety of workplaces including law firms, courts, correctional facilities, government offices, and legal departments of various organizations and corporations.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Kwantlen Polytechnic University below
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
Kwantlen Polytechnic University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
