Paralegal Courses online with OTC-Canada

Paralegal Courses

There is a 2-year time limit to complete Modules.

Our courses are suitable for mature professionals with work experience. Legal work experience or legal qualifications are not prerequisites as we cover from Introduction to Advanced Levels.

Qualify as a Paralegal and get the Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate level: Modules 1,2,3 are compulsory.

Qualify as a Senior Paralegal and get the Paralegal Diploma, Advanced level: Module 4 is compulsory.

Qualify for Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies: For Paralegals and Non-Paralegals who wish to qualify for the Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies. Take any module from our Specialist Modules.

Qualify for the Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma, Intermediate Level: Paralegal Modules 2,3 or any 2 modules from our Specialist Modules are compulsory.

* In Ontario, paralegals must be licensed in order to work independently. We do not offer Licensed Paralegal Courses for the Province of Ontario.

If you wish to work in Ontario, you can take Business Law or the Legal Assistant program.

Our programs are also not specifically for Quebec due to its difference in legal system.

Paralegal Diploma - Intermediate Level

Modules 1,2,3 are compulsory

Paralegal - Module 1

Intermediate Level Paralegal Diploma
Modules 1, 2 & 3 are compulsory

General Principles of Canadian Law

1. Canadian Legal System: Courts of Law, Tribunals, Arbitration, Judiciary

2. Contract Law: Elements of a Contract, Termination, Legal Obligations, Defective Contracts,

3. Tort: Tort Against Person, Property & Goods,
Defences in Tort, Remedies in Tort

4. Criminal Code: Classes of Offences & Trials, Committal proceedings, Criminal Liability

5. Civil Law: Pre-trial procedures, Enforcement of Judgments.

COURSE FEE: CAD $684.41 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $188.03 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test with Modules 1,2,3. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment:$684.41 Instalments: $188.03

Paralegal Conveyancing courses with OTC-Canada

Paralegal - Module 2

Intermediate Level Paralegal Diploma
Modules 1, 2 & 3 are compulsory

Conveyancing Procedural Law Course/PLC

1. Purchasers transaction for a Canadian Freehold/Leasehold/Strata property

2. Sellers transaction for a Canadian Freehold/Leasehold/Strata property

3. Taking Instructions from Clients

4. Mortgages

5. Preparing Searches

6. Exchange of Contracts

7. Transfer of Land

8. Registration at Land Title Office

9. Proofreading Conveyancing Document

COURSE FEE: CAD $684.41 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $188.03 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test with Modules 1,2,3. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment: $684.41 Instalments: $188.03

Paralegal Litigation Course with OTC-Canada

Paralegal - Module 3

Intermediate Level Paralegal Diploma
Modules 1, 2 & 3 are compulsory

Litigation Procedural Law Course/PLC

Criminal Litigation
1. Canadian Criminal Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Criminal Code Procedures, Police Arrests, Charges
3. Criminal Code
4. Trial
5. Sentencing Options of the Courts

Civil Litigation
1. Canadian Civil Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Civil Procedures Rules
3. Commencing Civil Court Cases

Matrimonial
1. Preparing Divorce Petitions
2. Dealing with Financial Statement
3. Applying for Divorce Order
4. Proofreading Litigation Documents

COURSE FEE: CAD $684.41 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $188.03 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test with Modules 1,2,3. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment: $684.41 Instalments: $188.03

Paralegal Diploma - Advanced Level

Module 4 is compulsory

Paralegal - Module 4

Advanced level Paralegal Diploma
Module 4 is compulsory

Senior Paralegal Skills & Techniques

1. Business Awareness
2. Client Relations
3. Interviewing Skills
4. Negotiating Skills
5. Professional Conduct
6. Legal Writing
7. Legal Drafting

COURSE FEE: CAD $756.82 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $ 166.33 x 5 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before Diploma is issued.

This module is assignments-based. There will be no end-of-module test.

Full Payment: $756.82 Instalments: $166.33

Eligibility for Paralegal Module 4

Module 4 is compulsory

Paralegal Module 4 is suitable for students who have completed Modules 1,2,3,or equivalent, or have previous legal work experience. On Completion of Module 4, students will qualify as a Senior Paralegal. Assignments-based. No end-of-module test.

Suitable for Paralegals and Non-Paralegals. Take any module as a single subject.

On successful completion, you will receive a Specialist Certificate in Paralegal Studies.

Corporate Law - Module 5

Certificate Level

Corporate Law:

1. Nature of Businesses - Sole Traders, Partnerships, Limited Companies, NPOs

2. Company Formation

3. Advantages and Disadvantages of various types of businesses

4. Responsibilities of Directors and Shareholders

5. Shares, Bonds and Debentures

6. Mergers and Acquisitions

7. Insolvency

8. Proofreading Corporate Law documents

COURSE FEE: CAD $696.29 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment: $696.29 Instalments: $191.29

Conveyancing - Module 6

Certificate Level

Conveyancing:

1. Buying Process for a Canadian property

2. Selling Process for a Canadian property

3. Taking Instructions from Clients

4. Mortgages

5. Preparing Searches, Exchange of Contracts,
Transfer of Land

6. Registration at Land Title Office

7. Proofreading Conveyancing documents

COURSE FEE: CAD $696.29 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment: $696.29 Instalments: $191.29

Litigation - Module 7

Certificate Level

Litigation:

Criminal Litigation
1. Canadian Criminal Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Criminal Code Procedures, Police Arrests, Charges
3. Criminal Code
4. Trial
4. Sentencing Options of the Courts

Civil Litigation
1. Canadian Civil Courts Structure, Jurisdiction, Personnel
2. Rules of Civil Procedure
3. Commencing Civil Court Cases

Matrimonial
1. Preparing Divorce Petitions
2. Dealing with Financial Statement
3. Applying for Divorce Order
4. Proofreading

COURSE FEES: CAD $696.29 (included 9% discount)

Instalments: CAD $191.29 x 4 monthly

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

There is an end-of-module test. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Tests are conducted online.

Full Payment: $696.29 Instalments: $191.29

Eligibility for paralegal courses with OTC-Canada

Paralegal Course Eligibility

To be eligible to study our Paralegal Courses, candidates should have a High School Diploma and be computer literate OR for mature students, relevant office/work experience. Legal work experience is not essential.

All students will be tested online at the end of each module. On satisfactory completion the diploma or certificate will be mailed to home or business address.

If students are unsuccessful with the first test, they can re-sit for an additional fee of $55.00.

Tests are conducted online. A webcam is compulsory for monitoring purposes during tests.

Instalments are payable every 4 weeks and must be completed before tests.

Minimum Estimated Study Time: 8 weeks per module (based on 3 hours per week)

Overall Time Limit: 2 years

Paralegal Courses delivered exclusively online by OTC-Canada

If you are a Mature Student, studying full time may not be a feasible option, study with us and get qualified.

As an online College, we do not offer degree-level courses. Students complete our Certificate or Diploma level courses. To be eligible for the Paralegal courses, all applicants must have completed the High School diploma, have previous office experience and skills and be fluent in English Language.

Our Paralegal Courses cover: British Columbia, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories.

* In Ontario, paralegals must be licensed in order to work independently. We do not offer Licensed Paralegal Courses for the Province of Ontario.

If you wish to work within Ontario, you can study and qualify for the Business Law Courses or the Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate as outlined in our Syllabus.

These courses are for Paralegals who are employed to work under supervision of qualified lawyers as assistants within the legal sector throughout the provinces. They can specialise in one area of law and so it is not necessary to complete an extended law syllabus. On completion of our courses, they will be able to work under supervision either in private law firms or other public legal sectors. All our courses are of National Competency Standards set for the provinces. Paralegals will learn Principles of Canadian Law comprising 5 core subjects plus practical skills required by barrister solicitors in preparing and making court applications, proofreading, interviewing skills, legal writing skills and much more as outlined in our Course Syllabus.

• Paralegals are not qualified lawyers and they work under supervision of barrister solicitors. They do not require the same level of competency as barrister solicitors.

• Entry level salary can start at $53,000.00 per annum according to some pay scale monitors. More experienced paralegals can expect more.

• Our courses qualify you from Introduction to Advanced level.

• Paralegals are employed in a number of roles such as Junior Paralegals, Assistant Paralegals or at Senior levels.

• The level of Senior Paralegal can be achieved with previous work experience or qualification with Module 4.

• Paralegals’ importance within the work place is growing rapidly. They supplement the work of barrister solicitors bringing more affordable legal services to members of the public.

• Our courses are for Paralegals working under lawyer’s supervision.

There are 3 stages of qualifications for a Paralegal - Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced.

Intermediate Level qualifies you as a Paralegal. This course covers from Introduction to Intermediate.

If you have qualified in Law and have covered the equivalent of our Module 1, you will be exempt and can take our Post-Graduate Paralegal Diploma by completing Paralegal Modules 2,3. If not, Modules 1,2,3 must be completed.

Advanced Level qualifies you as a Senior Paralegal. Module 4 must be completed.

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