Legal Systems Administration 6735

Suggested Grade Levels: 11 or 12 (36 weeks)

Students explore various areas of law (e.g., civil, criminal, family, real estate, estate, and probate) while preparing for employment in the legal field. Students gain knowledge and skills in legal document preparation, office communications, legal terminology, client services, records management, financial records, and business ethics. Successful completion of this course may lead to an entry-level position in a law office, court office, law enforcement agency, corporate legal department, or to postsecondary education. The cooperative education method is available for this course. Students can combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position throughout the school year.
Recommended prerequisite(s): Keyboarding course(s) or teacher-approved demonstration and documentation of touch keyboarding skills

Concentration Sequences Career Cluster(s) and Pathway(s) Available Credentials
(A combination of the course above and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses)
Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses appropriate to their career pathways.
For federal reporting (choose one) Upon Completion of the Above Course
Business Management and Administration
  • Administrative Support
  • Business Information Management
Information Technology
  • Information Support and Services
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
  • Legal Services
Certifications