Online paralegal schools provide the same training as traditional, classroom-based paralegal programs, making the course material available online rather than in textbook format. Communication between students and the instructor is carried out through email, student message boards and chat, and assignments and tests are completed through the school's Web interface. These programs are most recommended for students who have families, work full-time jobs, have military engagements or other restrictions on their time, and who have the motivation and self-discipline to take classes from home. (See: Guide to Taking an Online Paralegal Course)

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Ashworth College - Certificate, Associate
The paralegal certificate program and associate's degree at this correspondence school cover subjects like torts, litigation, legal interviewing, legal research and writing. The associate's program also covers extra training in business and psychology programs, for a more well-rounded education.

Keiser University eCampus Online - Associate, Bachelor
Keiser offers an online associate's degree in paralegal as well as an online bachelor's degree in legal studies. The 60-credit AA covers legal research, contracts, civil litigation and family law, and the 120-credit BA includes criminal law, bankruptcy law and intellectual property.

US Career Institute - Certificate
This school's paralegal program is available both online and through standard mail correspondence, with students studying at home and mailing assignments and tests back and forth with the university. The certificate program covers criminal and civil law, case investigation, torts and personal injury, and various aspects of crime and law.

Everest University Online - Associate
Everest's paralegal program trains students to gain entry-level employment in a law office setting. The associate degree covers topics such as legal research, document drafting, case preparation, contracts and legal terminology.

Minnesota School of Business Online - Certificate, Associate, Bachelor
MSB offers online paralegal studies programs at the certificate, associate's and bachelor's degree levels. These programs train students in areas like criminal law, administrative law, litigation, legal research, legal terminology, torts, family law and dispute resolution, and include internships where students gain real-world experience.

Globe University Online - Certificate, Associate, Bachelor
Globe's program includes an associate's degree, bachelor's degree and certificate in paralegal studies. Topics covered include legal terminology and research, torts, litigation, criminal law, constitutional issues, family law and contracts, as well as universal classes like business communication and computer applications. The programs also include student internships.

Westwood College Online - Associate
Westwood's associate's degree in paralegal studies covers legal writing, criminal law and civil litigation, plus immigration law, bankruptcy, real estate law and investigation.

Virginia College Online - Associate
The online associate's degree in paralegal studies at Virginia College prepares students for employment in a legal office setting, providing training in computer use and spreadsheets in addition to law subjects. These topics include the legal system, legal research and writing, paralegal drafting, criminal and family law, torts and real estate law.