Start Date: September
Location: Summerside Waterfront Campus
Length: 1 Year
Credential: Diploma, Legal Assistant
Program Availability: Fall 2023 Term
Canadian Applicants
Waiting list
International Applicants
Closed
In this accelerated Legal Administration program, you will learn all the basic administrative duties and establish a solid foundation in civil litigation, family law, corporate law, real estate law, and estate law. You will also take classes in business communications, professionalism and office finance. You will practice your newly learned skills in a 150-hour on-the-job training placement.
NOTES:
Tuition, fees, and other costs are listed in Canadian dollars. International student fees are due on the first day of class.
| 1st Year | Canadian | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $7,742 | $13,492 |
| Other Costs | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $9,242 | $14,992 |
| Tuition & Fees | 1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,050 |
| Student Union | $172 |
| Health Insurance Fee | $420 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total | $7,742 |
| 1st installment due September 6 | $ 3,296 |
| 2nd installment due January 9 | $ 4,446 |
| Other & Costs | 1 Year |
| Books | $ 1,500 |
| Total | $ 1,500 |
| Tuition & Fees | 1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,050 |
| Student Union | $172 |
| Health Insurance Fee | $1,170 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total | $13,492 |
| 1st installment due September 6 | $9,046 |
| 2nd installment due January 9 | $4,446 |
| Other Costs | 1 Year |
| Books | $ 1,500 |
| Total | $ 1,500 |
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Credit Values:0
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Hours:4
Course Code:ADMI-1110
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Hours:3
Course Code:ADMI-1115
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Hours:3
Course Code:ADMI-1120
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Hours:3
Course Code:BUSI-1000
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Course Code:COMM-1310
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Hours:3
Course Code:COMP-1000
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Hours:3
Course Code:ENGL-1000
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Hours:3
Course Code:LEGL-1015
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Hours:4
Course Code:LEGL-1040
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Hours:3
Course Code:LEGL-1050
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Hours:3
Course Code:LEGL-1070
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Course Code:LEGL-1075
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Hours:3
Course Code:LEGL-1080
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Hours:3
Course Code:PRAC-1090
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Hours:4
Course Code:PROF-1000
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Hours:3
