Course Description
The course begins with an overview of the concept of punishment and goes on to study the burden of proof and criminal defenses; it also provides a critical look at the most common crimes. Students will learn common terminology in criminal law and how to consider a crime thoroughly in terms of its elements.

Additional Information
Students are required to complete six Advanced Paralegal Course topics to receive a certificate. Each topic is offered in a seven-week online session. Students must successfully complete the Core Requirements before they take the Advanced Paralegal Course. Up to three Advanced Paralegal Course topics may be taken during a seven-week online session and Advanced Paralegal Course topics do not have to be taken in any particular order.

Registration Deadlines
Course Opens	Register By
August 24	August 28
October 19	October 23
January 13	January 17
March 9	March 13
May 4	May 8
June 29	July 3

Continuing Education Units and Contact Hours
Per course: 45 clock hours or 4.5 CEUs

Format
Online

Cost
$400+Books & Westlaw

For Content Questions
Visit the Center for Legal Studies website

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January 13, 2020 to February 28, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)
March 9, 2020 to April 24, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)
May 4, 2020 to June 19, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)
June 29, 2020 to August 14, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)
August 24, 2020 to October 9, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)
October 19, 2020 to December 4, 2020, Online Class, ECU (seats remaining)