Ready to register for UNC Charlotte’s Paralegal Certificate? Review upcoming sections, admission requirements, program costs and payment options below.
Still exploring the program? Visit the Paralegal Professional Certificate program page to learn more about the curriculum, career opportunities, North Carolina State Bar designation and program benefits.
Register for the Paralegal Certificate
Program Cost: $5,500
Delivery: Live Online
Duration: Approximately 25 weeks
Typical Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6–9:30 p.m., plus select Saturday sessions
Select an available section to review current dates and complete your registration.
Before You Register
Participants must meet the following admission requirements before completing the certificate:
- Possess an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
- Submit an official or unofficial college transcript as required by the program.
- Demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Have the computer skills, equipment and reliable internet access necessary to participate in a live online program.
Please review all technical and participation requirements before registering.
Certificate Requirements
To earn the UNC Charlotte Paralegal Certificate, participants must:
- Earn a grade of C or better in each topic area.
- Complete all required assignments, assessments and course activities.
- Meet all attendance and participation requirements.
Payment Options
Program Cost: $5,500
A payment plan is available for eligible participants. Students may enroll with an initial deposit and pay the remaining balance through scheduled payments during the program.
The payment plan is established during checkout and uses automatic payments. The full program balance must be paid by the end of the course.
Please review current payment plan details during registration before completing your purchase.
Textbooks and Materials
Textbooks and other required materials are purchased separately and are not included in the $5,500 registration fee. The estimated cost of required textbooks is $650.
The program recommends digital textbooks when available. The $650 estimate includes print editions of required textbooks that are not available digitally. Registered participants will receive information about required textbooks and materials before the program begins.
Students who prefer hard-copy editions of textbooks that are available digitally may contact the UNC Charlotte Bookstore for availability and pricing. Actual costs may vary based on textbook format and purchasing options.
Included with Registration: A personal LexisNexis account for use during the program is included in the registration fee.
North Carolina Paralegal Certification
The North Carolina State Bar Board of Paralegal Certification has designated UNC Charlotte’s Paralegal Certificate as a qualified paralegal studies program. Graduates satisfy the educational requirement to apply for certification and may be eligible to sit for the North Carolina Certified Paralegal examination.
Certification is separate from the UNC Charlotte Paralegal certificate program and is administered by the North Carolina State Bar.
Individuals with a criminal conviction or other circumstances that may affect certification eligibility are encouraged to contact the North Carolina State Bar before registering to determine whether they meet examination requirements.
Attendance Requirements
Full participation is expected throughout the program. Participants must meet all attendance requirements and be present for required instructional activities to receive credit toward the certificate.
Please review the applicable Continuing Education attendance and program policies before registering.
Important Policies
Before registering, participants are encouraged to review the policies that apply to professional certificate programs, including:
- Attendance requirements
- Payment plan policies
- Cancellation and refund policies
- Resit and incomplete-course policies
View Continuing Education Policies
Registration Questions?
If you have questions about registration, payment, available sections or an existing registration, contact UNC Charlotte Continuing Education for assistance.
Still Exploring the Program?
If you are still deciding whether the Paralegal Certificate is right for you, visit the Paralegal Professional Certificate program page for complete program information, including curriculum details, career opportunities, program benefits, certification information and frequently asked questions.