Domestic students
$12,252
total program cost
Paralegal Diploma
Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma Diplomas offer practical, career-focused training and are usually completed in one to two years. They help you gain technical and workplace skills that are in demand across many industries.
Delivery mode
On-campus All classes take place in-person at one of our campuses.
Time commitment
Full-Time You take a regular course load and move through the program at the standard pace. Expect to study most weekdays.
Duration
2 years
Program codes
- Code: PARLGL
Cost
$12,252 total program cost Domestic students: $12,252 total program cost
Location
- Kelowna Full program offered in Kelowna
Available for
- Domestic students
Program features
TBD
Program overview
About the program
The Paralegal Diploma program at Okanagan College provides in-depth, substantive training for students interested in starting a career as a paralegal. Learn the skills and knowledge required to assist in many areas of law, such as litigation, corporate law and real estate.
In-class delivery
- hi-flex delivery: students can attend classes online
- classes run on a Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. schedule (all classes can be attended online)
- Instructor-led by industry experienced, qualified post-secondary instructors
- this delivery is eligible for student loans
- MAC and Chromebooks are not compatible with some courses
This Paralegal Diploma provides in-depth substantive paralegal training. In year 1, students will learn the skills required to assist in the many litigation, corporate, and conveyancing areas of law. Year 2 will provide students with extensive knowledge in the areas of Tort Law, Contract Law, Law of Evidence, Administrative Law, Intellectual Property Law, etc. Between Years 1 and 2 students have an opportunity to work as assistants to gather more work experience before they delve into the 2nd-year paralegal courses. Students will complete a 12-week practicum at the end of the 2nd year to solidify the skills and concepts learned in the program.
Admission and program requirements
- B.C. Secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes.
- A minimum score of 50% in English 11 or alternatives; or a minimum score of 70% on an Okanagan College Office Administration English entrance test.
- A minimum keyboarding speed of 35 net words per minute is recommended.
Tuition and fees
- Domestic students: $12,252 total program cost
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
Year 1
Complete All of the following:
Semester 1
Year 2
Complete All of the following:
Semester 1
Semester 2
Complete All of the following:
LSEC 216 - Administrative Law
LSEC 217 - Company Law and Business Organizations
LSEC 218 - Interviewing Clients and Witnesses
LSEC 219 - Intellectual Property Law in Canada
LSEC 220 - Family Law for Paralegals
LSEC 221 - Wills, Estates & Probate Administration
LSEC 222 - Information Technology in a Legal Setting
LSEC 223 - Paralegal Practicum