Description of Associate of Applied Science Degree in Paralegal Technology offered by Central Piedmont Community College.

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Possible job titles for graduates

• Paralegal
• Legal Assistant
• Judicial Assistant

Necessary abilities and qualities

• Legal knowledge
• Research and clerical skills
• Advanced reading abilities
• Time management and active listening skills
• Attention to detail and dependability
• Initiative and cooperation

Occupation & Professional Information Resources

• Occupational Outlook Handbook, Paralegals & Legal Assistants
• O*Net on Paralegals
• NFPA Getting Started National Federation of Paralegal Associations
• American Bar Association Approved Paralegal Programs in NC
• NC Paralegal Association
• NC State Bar Association
• Watch a video about paralegals and legal assistants
• Monster Paralegal Profile
• Salary.com look up salaries by title and region

Related Job sites

• CPCC Connections
• NFPA Career Center
• Paralegal Jobs.com
• Paralegal Jobs.org
• Employer Locator

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