Legal Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Prepare to transition to law school or become a paralegal

Legal Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (27 credits)

Designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree and want to pursue a career in the law, Davenport's post-baccalaureate legal studies certificate will prepare you for a future in law. Approved by the American Bar Association and accredited by International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), Davenport’s legal studies certificate combines theory and practical application so you’re prepared for wherever your future takes you. In fact, Davenport's hands-on learning approach is embedded throughout the legal studies curriculum so you master the effective communication, critical thinking and other skills you need for a variety of jobs in legal studies. 

The courses of the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Legal Studies is an excellent pre-law degree and provides valuable preparation for careers in law firms, corporations, government agencies, the judiciary, non-profits and other law-related settings.

Davenport understands students' schedules are hectic. To provide further flexibility within the legal studies program, we are transitioning to a fully online experience by offering 100% of courses in Livestream format through our Global Campus. This allows you to stream and participate in classes from anywhere life takes you! The BS in legal studies also qualifies for our Employment Guarantee. 

The legal studies post-baccalaureate certificate at Davenport University will prepare students to successfully transition to law school or to immediately perform the duties required of a paralegal. Although the paralegal plays a key role in providing legal services to clients, only attorneys may accept cases, give legal advice, represent clients in court, or provide other direct legal services to clients.

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Through studies that focus on effective communication skills, critical thinking, litigation procedures, computer applications for the law offices, ethics, and various legal specialties, Davenport's legal studies certificate will prepare students for law school or to perform the duties required of a paralegal.