This program is designed to prepare individuals as legal assistants
        in law-related occupations by providing the students with basic
        knowledge of the law, oral and written business communications
        skills and the ability to analyze and organize information.  Such
        individuals will be prepared for employment opportunities in private
        law offices, the insurance industry, governmental agencies and court
        systems, as well as the contract or legal departments of various
        business enterprises.  Upon completion of the paralegal degree or
        certificate program the graduate will be able to function as a
        paralegal in a legal environment; draft legal documents; conduct legal
        research; analyze legal problems; and adhere to the legal codes of
        ethics.