Paralegal Studies — Certificate

Programs like this can help with transfer and credit for prior learning—but the receiving school makes the final decision. Before you enroll, confirm transferability with your target registrar in writing.

• Compare the Certificate vs Associate of Arts plans in the official catalog—total units and general education differ.
• ABA synchronous requirements and internship details can change; confirm sequencing with the Paralegal Studies department before enrolling.
• Published tuition is subject to board action; use the college schedule of classes for the amount you will actually pay.

College of the Canyons describes its paralegal program as preparing students for California’s legal workforce with coursework taught by experienced attorneys and paralegals, flexible pacing, and evening options for working students. The program is marketed as fully online while noting that the ABA requires at least nine semester credits through synchronous instruction (for example via Zoom or in the classroom). Students should expect a paralegal internship as part of the program. The college also stresses that paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.

College of the Canyons is a California community college accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The Paralegal Studies program is approved by the American Bar Association (per College of the Canyons program page).