Paralegals and legal support professionals make it possible for the court system to run efficiently, for businesses to navigate complex regulations, and for the justice system to fairly render due process. 

The Paralegal / Legal Assistant Program is a 13-week, synchronous, instructor-guided, designed for graduates to begin or advance their legal careers in months instead of years and be integral members of an effective legal team.  

The ADRA is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training an American Council On Education Credit program member and an ALP Partnered Academy of the National Association for Legal Support Professionals (NALS).

Successful graduates of this course will be awarded a “Certificate of Completion” with CEU Credits from the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and College Credit transcript from the American Council On Education (ACE).

The program is evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE) for College Credits. Students can apply the academic credits towards a college degree from our higher education partner(s), or from over 2000 colleges and universities across the US. 

The program prepares students to effectively apply learned skills in the law office and as preparation for the NALS certification exam.  

Who will benefit? 

Adult learners as affordable and convenient credentialing options that meet their job-seeking goals in a short span of time. Undergraduate and graduate college career professionals who seek work in the legal profession even while pursuing graduate or law school. It also benefits experienced secretaries who are interested in improving their skills and working more efficiently within the law office.

Prospective participants must be high school graduates or equivalent or higher. Apply to the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program here.

Tuition & Financial Assistance. 

The total cost of courses is $2150.00. Payment must be paid in full at the time of registration. However, students may request approval for Installment plans. See payment options.

Federal financial aid is not currently available for the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program.  However, you can apply for a private student loan here. To find out if you qualify for paid training, contact your local American Job Center (formerly One-Stop Center) to have them determine your eligibility to receive free training. Be sure to mention that you want to take classes through the ADR Academy.  

Find your nearest American Job Center or call 1-877-US2-JOBS (1-877-872-5627) for more information. If you have been laid off due to poor economic conditions, company closure, or mass layoff, you may be eligible to receive free career development training.