The program is designed for both beginning and experienced secretaries who are interested in improving their skills and working more efficiently within the law office. Topics include: legal terminology; legal process; jurisdiction and venue; ethics; written communications; filing procedures, law office management, professionalism, database management, and computers in the law office. The certificate is offered online to accommodate working professionals and others who are not able to attend a traditional lecture-based program.

All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher.