Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college and employment. This course encourages students to develop a growth mindset and make wise choices. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics 10110101 Introduction to and exploration of the paralegal profession and paralegal roles; legal ethics, state and federal court systems; civil and criminal procedure; overview of substantive areas of law; locating and interpreting statutes and cases; drafting legal correspondence. Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 This course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.( Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Careers in Business 10105100 Course provides an overview of the interconnectedness among careers within Business. Learn how various fields within the broader industry each play an integral role and how a personal brand fits into preparing you for your career choice.( Corequisite: 10-890-101, College 101) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
English Composition 1 10801136 Learners develop knowledge / skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience / purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills.( Prerequisite: High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260; OR " preparatory course( s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Ethics: Theory & App 10809166 Basic understanding of theoretical foundations of ethical thought; analyze / compare relevant issues using diverse ethical perspectives; critically evaluate individual, social / professional standards of behavior-- applying a systematic decision-making process.( Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Law Office Administration 10110174 Exploration of law office infrastructure including organization systems and file management; the legal marketplace and roles of lawyers, paralegals and other members of the legal team; personnel relations, leadership styles and employment laws; docketing and calendaring; law office financial concerns including timekeeping, legal fees, costs, billing and client trust accounts; ethical considerations in law office management.( Corequisite: 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Estates and Probate 10110114 Exploration of estate planning and probate practice; classification of property and property ownership; intestate succession; introduction to trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning documents; drafting, modifying, revoking and contesting wills; drafting probate documents; ethical issues and the paralegal ' s role in estate planning and probate practice.( Associate Degree Prerequisite: 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics with a " C " or better; Technical Diploma Corequisite: 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics) Course Typically Offered: Spring
Legal Computer Applications 10110175 Exploration of technology used in a law office including hardware, and general applications software, MS Office, and legal applications software for calendaring, docketing, timekeeping and billing, case / matter management; Wisconsin e-filing and electronic courtrooms; ethical issues and the paralegal ' s role with respect to technology in a law office.( Corequisite 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Contracts and Insurance Law 10110165 Explore contract formation, breach of contract, defenses to contract, parol evidence rule, statue of frauds, and warranties. Examine insurance law including insurable interests, insurer ' s duty to defend, subrogation, and bad faith claims.( Associate Degree Prerequisite: 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics with a " C " or better) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Accounting Principles 10101106 This course provides the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the accounting cycle, recording business transactions, preparations of the financial statements, financial statement analysis, accrual accounting, accounting for cash and internal controls, and payroll. Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Legal Research 10110104 Learn and apply skills related to research terminology; sources of law; primary / secondary authority; mandatory / persuasive authority; citation form; factual / legal issues; effective research strategies; validating and updating results; computer-assisted legal research; Internet research.( Associate Degree Prerequisite: 10-110-101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics with a " C " or better; Technical Diploma Corequisite: 10-110- 101, Paralegal Intro / Legal Ethics) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Career Fundamentals 10105103 Create professional resume and cover letter, prepare for interviews, understand interviewing techniques, participate in a mock interview, evaluate outcomes of interview, and prepare for Career Experience.( Prerequisites: 10-105-100, Careers in Business OR 10-107-117, Careers in IT OR 10-201-100, Careers In Digital Arts) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Law-Family 10110106 Exploration of family law practice; marriages and other domestic relationships; contracts affecting marriage; legal actions affecting the family including annulment, divorce, legal separation, paternity, adoption;
laws relating to children and reproduction; drafting pleadings and documents relevant to family law practice; ethical issues and the paralegal ' s role in family law practice.( Associate Degree Prerequisite: 10-110- 305