The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in paralegal studies is an American Bar Association approved, two-year program designed to prepare you to work in the legal services profession as a qualified paralegal to help deliver legal services under the supervision of a practicing lawyer.<br><br>Program coursework includes courses in criminal law, family law, employment and administrative law, probate law, torts, practical paralegal skill, legal research and writing, contracts/real property, civil procedures, American government, ethics, computers in the law office, and business organizations.