PARA 399 - Advanced Work Experience - Paralegal

    Recent Professors
    Kimberly D. Smith, Tracey N. Tyler Perkins, Irving Valdovinos Alvarez, Stephanie M. Gomez, Joseph Acevedo
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20–40 students
    Credits
    1–4
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: Student must be admitted to the Paralegal Studies baccalaureate program
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PARA 399
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This work experience course of supervised employment allows students to gain practical experience, develop knowledge, and apply higher level paralegal skills in a professional setting. Students will develop objectives with instructor and participate in career-related paid or unpaid assignments in private or public agencies or law offices. 54 hours of work equals one unit of course credit. Student repetition is allowed per Title 5, section 55253. Students may earn a maximum of 14 units of credit for work experience.