ABA Approved Paralegal Education Programs
Athens Technical College
Paralegal Studies Program
800 U.S. Highway 29 North
Athens, GA 30601-1500
Director: Howard Sokol
Telephone: 706.355.5041
Fax: 706.355.5139
Type of Institution: Technical
Degrees Offered: Associate in Arts
Minimum length of time to complete program: 4 quarters (if significant transfer credit received)
Internships: Mandatory
For more information: www.athenstech.edu/
Description: Athens Technical College Paralegal Studies Program is designed so that students can complete the program by attending morning classes; however, there is an option for combining online, evening and Saturday classes. Class size is generally 20 students with emphasis on quality instruction both in groups and one-on-one with students. The courses are primarily taught by faculty though adjuncts are used to enhance the program. Faculty are licensed attorneys with significant experience in the practice of law and management of paralegals. Emphasis of study is in the practical application of paralegal tasks and on the use of technology.
Central Georgia Technical College
Paralegal Studies Program
3300 Macon Tech. Drive
Macon, GA 31206
Interim Director: Hoganne A. Walton
Telephone: 478-757-6664
Fax: 478-757-3489
Type of Institution: Public, 2 yr. Technical College
Degrees Offered: Associate in Applied Science
Minimum length of time to complete program:
Internships: Mandatory (85 hours) and Elective (30 hours)
For more information: www.centralgatech.edu
Description: The Paralegal Studies program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in the paralegal profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The knowledge and skills emphasized in this program include ethical obligations; research in state and federal law; legal correspondence preparation; family law matters, basic concepts of real property law, criminal law and procedure, civil litigation, tort law, and substantive contract law; and wills, trusts, and probate.
Clayton State University
Legal Studies Program
2000 Clayton State Boulevard
Morrow, GA 30260
Director: Matthew Cornick
Telephone: 678.466.4600
Fax: 678.466.4669
Type of Institution: Public, 4 yr.
Degrees Offered: Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies, Associate in Applied Science, Post-secondary Paralegal Certificate
Minimum length of time to complete program: 61 semester hours for A.A.S; 30 semester hours for Certificate
Internships: Elective
For more information: www.a-s.clayton.edu/socsci/paralegal/Default.htm
Description: Clayton State University offers an ABA approved Certificate and A.A.S in Paralegal
Studies. Our classes are taught in the evening and on weekends. All of our full-time and part-time
instructors are attorneys who are eager to share their practical experiences with our students. We
place a high priority on teaching how technology is changing the practice of law and the paralegal
profession.
Georgia Piedmont Technical College f/k/a DeKalb Technical College (Covington and Clarkston Campus locations)
Paralegal Studies Program
8100 Bob Williams Parkway
Covington, GA 30014
Director: Judge (ret) J. Virgil Costley, Jr.
Telephone: 770-786-9522
Fax: 770-784-4081
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Type of Institution: Technical; 2-yr Public
Degrees Offered: Associate of Applied Science
Minimum length of time to complete program: Two Years
Internships: Mandatory
For more information: www.dekalbtech.edu/academics/program.php?id=50
Description: DeKalb Technical College was established in 1961. The paralegal studies program was established in 2002 and began offering classes in July of that year. The program is located in the Atlanta metro area and offers classes at the Covington and Clarkston Campuses. A well-qualified faculty and staff provide a curriculum with a strong general education component and a core of legal specialty courses that teach substantive knowledge and skills. An excellent law library is accessible at both campus locations, and all facilities are designed with the student’s needs in mind. Job placement is a high priority, and DeKalb Tech students have secured employment in very diverse legal surroundings.
Herzing University Atlanta
Legal Studies Program
3393 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1003
Director: Jennifer Skeete-Cantor
Telephone: 404-816-4533 ext 121
Fax: 404-816-5576
For more information: www.herzing.edu/programs/
Degrees offered: Bachelor of Science, Associate of Science
South University - Savannah
Paralegal/Legal Studies Program
709 Mall Boulevard
Savannah, GA 31406-4805
Director: David A. Mack
Telephone: 912.790.4173
Fax: 912.790.4195
Type of Institution: Private
Degrees Offered: Associate of Science Degree, Bachelor of Science Degree
Minimum length of time to complete program: 1.5 yrs for AS, 3 yrs for BS
Internships: Mandatory
For more information: www.southuniversity.edu
Description: Our Bachelor and Associate Degree programs feature a curriculum delivered by
full-time faculty and experienced legal professionals. South University emphasizes
analytical and critical thinking skills while providing the base knowledge to assist
attorneys in investigating cases and preparing documentation for litigation or
transactions. Students are engaged in active learning activities such as preparing
case files. The coursework familiarizes them with specialty areas of the law so
graduates can work as paralegals and perform substantive legal work for which a
lawyer is responsible. A number of online courses are available.
University of North Georgia f/k/a Gainesville State College
Paralegal Studies Program
3820 Mundy's Mill Road
P.O. Box 1358
Gainesville, GA 30503
Director: Joan H. Marler
Telephone: 678.717.3760
Fax: 678.717.3761
Degrees Offered: Bachelor of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies; Associate of Applied Science Degree; Certificate
For more information: www.ung.edu
Updated: 3/29/2013
