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BUSINESS, LEGAL & INFORMATION SYSTEMSCertificateCERT - Certificate

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Program Information/Mission

The mission of the Legal Studies certificate is to produce competent, well-rounded individuals who are able to work under the supervision of an attorney in the many areas of the practice of law, specifically, the student will be prepared to perform such tasks as legal research, client interviews, investigations, preparation of legal documents, and other legal work as delegated by an attorney. Graduates are employed by private law firms, corporations, governmental agencies, insurance companies, title companies, and financial institutions; are expected to work under the supervision of an attorney in good standing under the state bar; and must not engage in the unauthorized practice of law, as set forth in the Code of Professional Conduct.

Admission to Program

  • A bachelor's degree (4 years/undergraduate) or associate degree from an accredited college or university is required for admission to the program.

  • Student must submit an application for admission to Illinois Central College and must submit an official transcript from the college or university granting the degree to ICC Enrollment Services, L211.

  • Student must submit a separate application for the Legal Studies Certificate Program to the Program Coordinator and have an interview with the Program Coordinator before gaining admission to the program.  The form is available from the Program Coordinator at ICC Peoria, Poplar Hall 117 or by calling (309) 690-7691. At least 30 percent of the total program of study must be completed at Illinois Central College.  

  • Student must take at least 10 credit hours or the equivalent of legal specialty courses through the 'in person' or 'online scheduled' format. LEGAL 113, 116, and 260 must be taken at ICC to graduate from the program.  

  • Students must attain a grade of C or better in each LEGAL course (including equated LEGAL transfer courses).

Additional Program Information

Computers are an important component to many aspects of this profession.  The student should be familiar with keyboarding.  If not, an additional class in keyboarding is recommended.

Students enrolled in the Post-Degree Legal Studies Certificate program must complete at least 25 percent of the legal specialty courses required at Illinois Central College for award of the degree or certificate from Illinois Central College. The Illinois Central College Legal Studies Program does not award any legal specialty transfer credit through examination or portfolios.