Course code: #PLG1
These are mandatory and all come with course.
| Term start& deadline | Deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall-September Ongoing | Ongoing |
|
The one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program will give you the knowledge to make a career providing legal services within the paralegal’s scope of practice.
You’ll start by learning how to communicate effectively, as you work your way through different areas of the law, with courses in legal research and writing, torts and contracts, criminal matters and motor vehicle offences.
You’ll also learn about advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and other areas of law within the Paralegal Scope of Practice.
The program includes an extensive 140-hour field training component to provide students with the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience in a legal environment.
When you complete your studies, you will be prepared to apply for the provincial exam and seek licensing with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
Paralegals are required to be licensed by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). Fanshawe College’s program is accredited by the LSO.
To obtain a paralegal license, graduates must graduate from an accredited program, pass a licensing examination and be of good character.
As a licensed paralegal, you might choose to be self-employed and offer legal services directly to the public without the supervision of a lawyer, or you might choose to work for a law firm or government agency.
Upon licensing, paralegals must remain in good standing with the LSO by paying annual dues, carrying insurance, completing minimum CPD requirements, and submitting annual reports.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the paralegal licensing and license management requirements prior to applying to this program.
$23,041
| Cost of living | 1 person | $7,164 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $7,400 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $15,641 |
Fanshawe's 10-level EAP program is certified by Languages Canada and meets the language requirements for admission to Western University, Fanshawe, and many other Ontario colleges.
The EAP program and full-time professors will help you to gain confidence and fluency in using English as well as help you prepare for your next steps using the latest methods and technology.
Start Dates
2023: January 9, March 6, May 8, July 3, Sept. 5, Oct. 30
Tuition Fees
Number of weeks for each level: 8
Tuition Fees: CAD 2,924.00
Ancillary fees: CAD 264.43
Total Fees: CAD 3,188.43
Deposit: CAD 100.00 non-refundable fee at the time of application.
Fanshawe College EAP standardized test conversion chart
While we recommend that new students undergo the custom placement testing on campus, applicants with a recent score from other recognized English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English Scale) may place directly into a Fanshawe EAP level as shown below.
| EAP | DUOLINGO | IELTS | TOEFL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10-40 | 1.5-2.5 | 0 |
| 2 | 45-50 | 3 | 2-9 |
| 3 | 55-60 | 3.5 | 9-19 |
| 4 | 65-70 | 4 | 20-31 |
| 5 | 75-80 | 4.5 | 32-43 |
| 6 | 85-90 | 5 | 44-55 |
| 7 | 95-100 | 5.5 | 56-67 |
| 8 | 105-110 | 6 | 68-79 |
| 9 | 115-120 | 6.5 | 80-91 |
| 10 | 125+ | 7+ | 92+ |
A College Diploma in a Law related area
(Note: minimum 'B' average or cumulative 3.0 GPA)
OR
A University Degree
OR
An equivalent qualification from another institution as judged by the College*
OR
A combination of relevant education and work experience in a related field as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
Note:
*Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover letter that includes details of work experience.
Related courses in univly
