Academic Program Proposal

Date
Proposal
Activated
Institution
and
Proposal
Degree
Awarded
Academic
Program
Name
Objections
Received
Objection
Deadline
MHEC Final
Action
Final
Decision
Date
Cecil College
Proposal
Associate of Arts (A.A.)Paralegal Studies5/18/2018Approved6/15/2018
Paralegal Studies Program Description
This proposal is intended to replace Cecil College’s existing Paralegal Studies option housed within the College’s Arts and Sciences Transfer degree.  This program will serve as the foundational first two years of study for students preparing for a career as a paralegal.  Students completing the degree will meet the requirements for admission to a Paralegal Certificate Program or to continue their studies toward a Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies.  The curriculum includes coursework in business law, accounting, ethics, law, technical writing, healthcare ethics, history and government, human diversity, and social work.