Niagara College Canada

Law Clerk (Co-op)

Program Code (0425)
Ontario College Diploma
Two Years
Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus
Start date: September

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Career Opportunities

Legal support professions require a solid grounding in legal basics, a high degree of attention to detail and the capacity to perform well in a demanding work environment. This program will prepare you for the challenges of entry-level law clerk positions.

Employment is available with:

• Law departments of corporations
• Law offices
• Government offices

The Niagara College Difference

• Students receive 650 hours of paid co-op experience, providing excellent experience and legal contacts
• Students receive instruction in up-to-date legal technology
• Program makes extensive use of professionals in the field
• Graduates enjoy a high job placement rate
• Graduates may apply for membership to the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
• Graduates may wish to continue studies in alternative dispute resolution

Testimonials and Profiles

“The Law Clerk program at Niagara College gave me the necessary foundation to enter this demanding and challenging work environment. The practical skills I learned allowed me to enter the workforce with confidence.”

Susan Currier,
Law Clerk (Co-op) graduate

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.

Recommended Courses and/or Recommended Skills (Not Required for Admission):

• Understanding Canadian Law – Grade 11 (M).
• Canadian Politics and Citizenship – Grade 11 (O).
• Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology – Grade 11 (M).
• Challenge and Change in Society – Grade 12 (M).

Selection & Ranking Process:

• For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
• Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

• Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
• Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Program Requirements:

• Transportation:
  Students are responsible for their own transportation to complete field placement requirements, Registry Office and courthouse visits. The college cannot guarantee placements that are readily accessible by public transportation. Students are responsible for all costs connected with such transportation.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities for this Program
• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Inquiries

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Wed, February 04, 2009 at 09:17:47 AM ET

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