Humber Polytechnic - Graduate Programs

Paralegal

Humber Polytechnic - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Longo Faculty of Business
Degree:Post-diploma
Field of Study:Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Length:3 semesters
Cost per year:*
National: $5,872
International: $28,639

Fees are subject to change.



Description:

Humber’s Paralegal graduate certificate program prepares you for an exciting career in the legal field. You will gain skills in legal research, oral and written advocacy, critical thinking and problem solving through a case-based and problem-based learning environment. You will develop your oral advocacy skills through active learning, including presentations and mock trials.

Courses include tort and contract law, residential landlord and tenant law, employment law, small claims court, provincial offences and summary convictions, and administrative tribunal law and procedures. Studies in legal accounting, business planning, entrepreneurship and ethics help prepare you to set up and manage your own paralegal professional practice.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • A bachelor’s degree, advanced diploma, diploma, or equivalent
    Test Scores:
    • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on April 03, 2026