Paralegal - Court and Tribunal Agent Centennial College

Overview

The Paralegal - Court and Tribunal Agent programme at Centennial College provides students with the comprehensive training required to become licensed paralegals in Ontario. This curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the Law Society Act, ensuring graduates are prepared for professional practice. By combining theoretical legal knowledge with practical application, the course develops the essential skills needed for success in the Canadian legal system.

Why Paralegal - Court and Tribunal Agent at Centennial College?

This programme stands out by offering a robust legal foundation paired with real-world experience. Students benefit from a dedicated field placement in the fourth semester, providing 240 hours of hands-on training in a professional legal setting. The curriculum emphasizes written and oral advocacy, ensuring that graduates can represent clients competently before various courts and administrative tribunals.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 17148 per year
• National fee: CAD 2721 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Canadian Law
• Legal Computer Applications
• Legal Research and Writing
• Torts and Contracts
• Communication and Drafting
• Administrative Law
• Provincial Offences
• Small Claims
• Employment Law

Careers with Paralegal - Court and Tribunal Agent

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the legal sector, including positions as paralegal agents, municipal prosecutors, and debtor or creditor agents. Many find employment within law firms, government agencies, insurance companies, or community legal services. The programme also equips students with the business acumen necessary to establish their own independent paralegal practice or work as contract reviewers.

Employment opportunities extend to representing clients in small claims court, provincial offences matters, and before various administrative tribunals. Graduates may also serve as notary publics or commissioners of oaths. For those seeking further education, the diploma offers established pathways to degree-level studies at several partner universities across Canada and internationally.