0207 - Paralegal Certification Prep
Course Description
The Certified Paralegal certification sets paralegals apart in the workplace. Having the credential from NALA, the Paralegal Association, sets you up as an industry leader capable of contributing to your company each and every day. This course will help you prepare for the Certified Paralegal exams.
The Certified Paralegal (CP) certification is a key to success, respect, and opportunity throughout the legal profession. Here’s why:
- Known as a national professional standard for paralegals
- Acknowledged by the American Bar Association as a mark of excellence
- More than 47 paralegal organizations acknowledge the CP as the definitive paralegal certification
- Responsive to the needs of paralegals and responsive to the fact that this form of self-regulation is necessary to strengthen and expand the development of this career field
- A positive, ongoing, voluntary program to encourage the growth of the paralegal profession, attesting to and encouraging a high level of achievement
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 12% from 2020 to 2030, faster than average for all occupations.
Review manual and practice exam is included in the course fee.
Prerequisites
To obtain the CP credential, successful completion of both exam sections (Knowledge and Skills) is required. In order to apply for the CP Program, a paralegal must first be eligible. Once an applicant has been approved, they will then proceed with taking the CP Exam.
To determine if you are eligible to take the CP Exam, please select the category that best applies to you:
- Enrolled in or graduated from a paralegal program
- Obtained a bachelor’s degree in any field
- Seven years of experience as a paralegal
See more information about certification here.