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This program helps experienced paralegals and legal administrative assistants expand their professional opportunities. By increasing their knowledge and capabilities, graduates will be able to manage greater responsibility, work more independently, and advance their careers.
For acceptance to the Paralegal Program, please submit your application and required documents (please see admission requirements for details) to the Program Coordinator. Acceptance of applications is ongoing.
Non-program students may register in courses at the Program Coordinator’s discretion.
Students must have a practicum secured prior to registering for . Practicum may be completed at student’s current place of employment and all practicums must be supervised by a practicing BC lawyer. Students who register for LEGL 1208 Paralegal Practicum without having secured a practicum will be asked to withdraw from the course, without refund.
Start | Length | Credentials | Campus | Part- or Full-time |
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Ongoing | 1 to 3 years | Certificate | Downtown | Part-time |
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International students must first contact International Education at study@vcc.ca or 604-443-8600 to determine eligibility for this program.
Online | In Person | |
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No online application at this time. | Download and complete the (PDF) application/registration form and mail it to VCC Registrar's Office | Visit the Registration Desk at our Downtown campus, 2nd floor, 250 West Pender Street, Vancouver [map & business hours] |
Program Description
Program Description
After completing the Paralegal Certificate, graduates will be able to:
Courses involve lectures, discussion, group work, and hands-on practice. Some courses offer the choice of online or face-to-face formats.
Evaluation of the courses is determined by the instructor and may include projects, participation, presentations, assignments, and /or quizzes. All courses include a final exam. The minimum passing grade for each course is C- minus, and students must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in order to receive a Paralegal Certificate.
Students require 42.3 credits to obtain the Paralegal Certificate. Students must take all core courses (23 credits), all four courses in one practice area (14 credits), and two electives (5.3 credits-averaged).
REQUIRED COURSE(S)
PRACTICE AREA COURSES
Litigation
Real Estate/Conveyancing
Corporate
Family Law/Estates
ELECTIVES
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Please note that not all Continuing Studies programs are available to international students. To determine your eligibility, please contact VCC’s International Education Office at: study@vcc.ca or 604.443.8600. |
As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.
Missing prerequisites? VCC offers courses in Adult Upgrading and English as an Additional Language to help you meet your goals.
Proof of the above prerequisites (i.e. official transcript or official test results) must be attached to the student’s application.
Non-program students may enrol in courses at the Program Coordinator’s discretion.
Course Schedule
Courses Schedule
Fees and Other costs
Program FAQ
Info Sessions
Contact Us/Request Info
Contact Us/Request Info
Before you send us an email, please ensure you have reviewed
As well, if you meet any of the following criteria, please follow the links for more information:
Program Coordinator: Janet Chee, VCC paralegal, 604.871.7000, ext. 8649
Program Assistant: Harwinder Sekhon, VCC paralegal, 604.871.7000, ext. 8711
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Career Prospects
Course Schedule
Courses Schedule
This program is application based. Before you register in any of the courses listed below, please ensure you have applied and been accepted to the program. Apply to the program now.
Outlines the history of Canadian law and the Canadian court system, and provides a foundation for further studies in the paralegal program. Students examine basic legal principles, sources of law, and the structure of the court system while gaining an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of members of the legal profession.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20360 |
DTN
Rm. 429 |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
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17-May-2018 to 28-Jun-2018 |
von Antal, Marco |
Overview of tort law in Canada. Discusses civil wrongs that occur when one individual's conduct interferes with other persons or their property.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20355 | ONLINE |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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01-May-2018 to 19-Jun-2018 |
Bau, Lawrence |
Explores the key principles that enable students to communicate confidently and successfully. Topics include business writing, verbal communication skills, and ethics of the paralegal profession.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20356 | ONLINE |
WM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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04-Apr-2018 to 09-May-2018 |
Valliere, Penny |
Overview of research and citation techniques, including strategies for online and manual research as well as legal memoranda.
Prerequisites: Legal Communications (LEGL 1205), legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20366 | ONLINE |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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28-Jun-2018 to 16-Aug-2018 |
Chang, Genevieve |
Students synthesize the experiences gained from practicum placements and existing positions at legal offices, and showcase their accomplishments by designing a professional portfolio for use in job interviews.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the paralegal program and completion of most core courses.
Students must have a practicum secured prior to registering for Paralegal Practicum LEGL 1208. Practicum may be completed at student’s current place of employment and all practicums must be supervised by a practicing BC lawyer. Students who register for Paralegal Practicum LEGL 1208 without having secured a practicum will be asked to withdraw from the course, without refund.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20349 | ONLINE |
FM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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20-Apr-2018 to 13-Jul-2018 |
Chee, Janet |
A substantive law course covering the law of contracts. Students study the function of contracts in today’s business world, following the life of a contract “from cradle to grave”. Topics include the concept and nature of contractual relationships, how contracts are entered into, circumstances affecting contract validity, and how a contractual relationship may end (and the potential consequences).
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20352 | ONLINE |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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05-Apr-2018 to 17-May-2018 |
von Antal, Marco |
20496 |
DTN
Rm. 626 |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
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24-Apr-2018 to 12-Jun-2018 |
Eng, Don |
A study of agency relationships and liabilities, formation of partnerships, general concepts underlying incorporations, corporate structure, and duties of directors and officers.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20353 | ONLINE |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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12-Apr-2018 to 24-May-2018 |
Horn, Richard |
Students examine substantive law and procedures required to manage a personal injury file.
Prerequisites: Litigation for Paralegals 1 (LEGL 1301) and Litigation for Paralegals 2 (LEGL 1302).
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20358 | ONLINE |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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03-Apr-2018 to 15-May-2018 |
Cicek, Priscilla |
20364 | ONLINE |
WM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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16-May-2018 to 27-Jun-2018 |
Valliere, Penny |
Learn securities law and practice in corporate administration, legislation, filing requirements, stock exchange listings, due diligence, BCSC policies, public financing, and related matters.
Prerequisites: Corporate Law - Basic Procedures (LEGL 1305), or equivalent work experience in the corporate field.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20362 | ONLINE |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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05-Apr-2018 to 17-May-2018 |
Franklin, Alan |
A study of commercial conveyancing matters, special issues in commercial conveyances, commercial sales, subdivisions, and commercial leases.
Prerequisites: Lending and Security (LEGL 1311).
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20350 | ONLINE |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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22-May-2018 to 03-Jul-2018 |
Franklin, Alan |
Enables students to master due diligence for asset and share purchases; assets and share purchase agreements; large-scale corporate restructuring procedures; shareholder, partnership, and joint venture agreements; and s.85 rollovers.
Prerequisite: Corporate Law - Advanced Procedures (LEGL 1308).
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20359 | ONLINE |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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03-Apr-2018 to 15-May-2018 |
Franklin, Alan |
20365 |
DTN
Rm. 629 |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
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03-Apr-2018 to 24-Apr-2018 |
Lehmann, Brent |
20365 |
DTN
Rm. 629 |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
|
08-May-2018 to 22-May-2018 |
Lehmann, Brent |
Explores the types of evidence and the rules of evidence through statutes and case law. Recommended for all students in the litigation practice area.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience or formal admission to the paralegal program.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20348 |
DTN
Rm. 626 |
WM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
|
18-Apr-2018 to 30-May-2018 |
Halkett, David |
Students learn concepts and procedures for patents, copyright, trademarks, and trade secrets, including discussion of Internet-related issues.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience or formal admission to the paralegal program.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20363 | ONLINE |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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15-May-2018 to 26-Jun-2018 |
Horn, Richard |
Teaches the rules and procedures for bringing a Chambers application and preparing Notice of Motion, Affidavits, and orders (includes drafting workshop on Affidavits). Learn provincial policies and procedures for personal and corporate bankruptcies, insolvency, receiverships, and foreclosures. Examine common applications in motor vehicle litigation and the evidence needed to succeed. Topics include Rule 65, the jurisdiction of Masters vs. Judges, and Consent Orders.
Prerequisites: Legal administrative work experience or formal admission to the paralegal program.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20354 |
DTN
Rm. 205B |
TM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
1800 - 2100
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01-May-2018 to 12-Jun-2018 |
Kollias, Elizabeth |
Explains corporate governance and continuous disclosure requirements under securities law and the policies of the TSX and TSX Venture Exchange, with a focus on annual filing requirements.
Prerequisites: Securities - Corporate (LEGL 1306) or equivalent work experience in the corporate field.
Please note that a textbook may be required for this course. Please check the bookstore website at https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/ for textbook information and hours of operation.
CRN | Campus - Room | Day(s) | Time | Date | Instructor |
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20361 | ONLINE |
RM-Monday, T-Tuesday, W-Wednesday, R-Thursday, F-Friday, S-Saturday, U-Sunday |
TBATo be assigned
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24-May-2018 to 05-Jul-2018 |
Franklin, Alan |
Upcoming schedules for Continuing Studies Sep-Dec2018 Continuing Studies Jan-Mar2019 Continuing Studies Apr-Aug2019 term(s) are in process.
Please check back regularly.
Agency and Business Structures
(LEGL 1210)
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1.0 credits | $338.15 | |
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Bankruptcy and Foreclosures
(LEGL 1409)
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2.0 credits | $350.82 | |
Canadian Legal Process
(LEGL 1202)
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4.0 credits | $286.11 | |
Commercial Conveyancing
(LEGL 1312)
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3.5 credits | $293.54 | |
Contracts
(LEGL 1209)
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3.5 credits | $331.73 | |
Corporate Law - Advanced Procedures
(LEGL 1308)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Corporate Law - Basic Procedures
(LEGL 1305)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Corporate Law - Complex Transactions
(LEGL 1317)
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3.5 credits | $332.85 | |
Corporate Law - Intermediate Procedures
(LEGL 1307)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Court of Appeal Practice
(LEGL 1403)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Creditor's Remedies
(LEGL 1303)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Criminal Law Procedures
(LEGL 1470)
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1.5 credits | N/A | |
Estate Administration
(LEGL 1316)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Evidence
(LEGL 1401)
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3.5 credits | $293.54 | |
Family Law 1
(LEGL 1313)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Family Law 2
(LEGL 1314)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Intellectual Property
(LEGL 1405)
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3.5 credits | $293.54 | |
Legal Communications
(LEGL 1205)
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3.0 credits | $285.11 | |
Legal Research
(LEGL 1207)
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4.0 credits | $343.11 | |
Lending and Security
(LEGL 1311)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Litigation for Paralegals 1
(LEGL 1301)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Litigation for Paralegals 2
(LEGL 1302)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Paralegal Practicum
(LEGL 1208)
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3.5 credits | $149.27 | |
Personal Injury Practice
(LEGL 1304)
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3.5 credits | $293.54 | |
Property Law
(LEGL 1309)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Property Transactions
(LEGL 1310)
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3.5 credits | N/A | |
Securities - Corporate
(LEGL 1306)
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3.5 credits | $293.54 | |
Securities 2
(LEGL 1410)
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1.0 credits | $331.79 | |
Torts
(LEGL 1204)
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4.0 credits | $286.11 | |
Wills and Estate Planning
(LEGL 1315)
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3.5 credits | N/A |
Fees for Continuing Studies programs and courses are approximate and subject to change without notice. Fees include GST (if applicable) as well as College Initiative and Resource Fees, which vary depending on the individual course. Student Union Fees and UPass Fees will be assessed at time of registration where applicable, and are not included in the fees displayed online. Students are responsible for any increase in fees if advanced payments are made.