Program Overview
The Paralegal at Centennial College is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Paralegal programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 19,924 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Paralegal programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to the Canadian Legal System
- Legal Computer Applications
- Legal Research/Writing
- Torts and Contracts
- Administrative Law
- Communication/Writing
- Tribunal Practice and Procedure
- Provincial Offences/Motor Vehicle Offences
- Small Claims Court
- Criminal/Summary Conviction Procedure
- Residential-Landlord and Tenant Law
- Employment Law
- Legal Accounting
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Advocacy
- Evidence and The Litigation Process
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility
- Field Placement
- Practice Management/Operating A Small Business
- Immigration Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- University degree or a two-year or three-year college diploma in any discipline
- We will consider applicants who have a partial university degree (minimum 50%), and who have a minimum of two years work experience relevant to the program
- Proof of\xc2\xa0English proficiency
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 19,924 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 19,924 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Centennial College directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Centennial College
Centennial College
Toronto, Canada
Centennial College is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-01-18
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months