Domestic students
$12,252
total program cost
Paralegal Diploma
Start your career in the legal field.
Develop the legal knowledge, research skills, and practical experience needed to support clients and legal professionals. Gain hands-on training in areas such as litigation, corporate law, and real estate and prepare for a rewarding career as a paralegal.
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
Hyflex Hyflex
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.
Tuition and fees
- Domestic students: $12,252 total program cost
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Check if this program is student loan eligible. View Financial Aid and Awards
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
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.
Schedule and campus options
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Start date
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Location
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Delivery mode
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Application status
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Sep. 2026
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Kelowna
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HyFlex
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Open
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Note: HiFlex delivery: attend scheduled, instructor-led classes online or in-person with a Monday to Friday schedule. Courses are taught by experienced post-secondary instructors and are eligible for student loans.
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HyFlex delivery
- Students can attend classes online or in-person
- 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
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