Penn Foster Career School

You must have the right skills in order to compete in today's highly competitive job market. At Penn Foster, you will only learn the most current career skills, assuring you that you will be prepared to take on any job, now or in the future. Our staff is up-to-date on all advances in the field and continues to ensure that our programs mirror the most modern methods that are in effect in the real-world workplace.

You will learn the latest techniques along with much more. Skills and lessons that you cover will provide you more desirable positions in the field. You will take advantage of hands-on experience and the most up-to-date technologies.

Our students' success is proof that Penn Foster training works. It is designed for people who are too busy to attend classes, but would like to further their education and training.

Train for a new career with Penn Foster and receive benefits such as:

Low Tuition

One of the benefits includes a low tuition that is priced for the students' best interest. Your books, equipment, and learning aids are included in your low tuition price.

Convenience

We will deliver the lessons and the learning aids you require so that you get your training. Everything will be sent right to your doorstep and you won't even have to leave to go to class. Never will there be a need to rearrange your schedule! You can study where and when you choose, and still have time for your family and friends.

Reliability

You will be able to take advantage of the training program at home from the world's leader in at-home education. For over 100 years, Penn Foster training methods have been improving the lives and careers of men and women across the world. Joining Penn Foster allows you to earn a high-quality education so that you can fulfill your dreams.

Support

Although you are learning from home, you are not alone. You can rest assured that your instructors, consultants, and the rest of our dedicated staff will provide all the help you need. Any time you need an answer, you can get help on the phone or by email.

Paralegal

We here at Penn Foster Career School make it possible for you to earn your degree to become a paralegal all from the inside of your home and at the rate that you are comfortable with to meet your needs.

You will need certain skills before you start your career as a paralegal. Penn Foster's Paralegal Program will help you to learn those skills conveniently and in a short time!

You'll learn:

• Legal terminology and the U.S.
• Court System
• How to conduct legal investigations and interviews
• Legal writing and legal research
• Paralegal ethics and professional responsibility

Best of all, you won't need to commute to class because you can learn from your own home! By learning at home you will have time to study and gather vital information about the Paralegal's role in civil vs. criminal litigation, the federal and state court system, case investigation, and evidence and evaluation.

Now is the time for you to begin working toward your rewarding career. Why should you learn about the skills needed to become a paralegal? If you have the appropriate credentials, you can:

• Work for a private law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency.
• Work in civil and criminal litigation, real estate, or estates and trusts.
• Prepare legal documents, conduct research, and prepare cases for trial.

In the year 2012, there will be an increase in the demand for professional Paralegals. They take pleasure in being part of an exciting career where they handle constantly new matters and assignments; they are respected in their communities, and gain confidence in doing important work effectively.

strong>State Licensing Requirements: A Paralegal Diploma is not sufficient to gain employment as a paralegal in the States of California or South Dakota.

Advanced Paralegal Applications Certificate

Obtain your Penn Foster Certificate of Advance Paralegal Application. In this program, you will learn the skills needed to conduct interviews and investigations, as well as the core principles of several areas of law, including tort, employment, international and environmental. For anyone considering enrolling into this program, it is necessary that they already obtain and educational background in core paralegal concepts or have already gained real-world experience. If you do not meet these standards you might consider beginning with Penn Foster's Paralegal Career Diploma Program or Paralegal Studies Associate of Science Degree.

Real Estate, Wills, and Estates for Paralegals

Get a Paralegal Certificate in preparation of Real Estate, Wills, and Estates. Enrollees in this program will have a head start if they currently have some work experience with paralegal concepts. Any students that have not met these prerequisites will need to first consider the Penn Foster Paralegal career diploma program.

Program Objective

The purpose of this program is to satisfy the requirements as demanded by individuals wanting to develop new job skills, advance or refine existing paralegal knowledge used in a current position, or to further improve your ability to enhance the performance of your law practice by better understanding the essentials of property law, real estate transactions, wills, trusts, and estate administration.