* Ancillary Fees
International applicants must provide proof of academic standing equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (Grade 12), along with transcripts from any post-secondary education (if applicable).
The following certificates are acceptable for admission:
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: 10 + 12 with marks over 50%, Bachelors – less than eight backlogs
England, Wales, West Africa and Middle East: GCSE – General Certificate of Secondary Education (O Level) with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects
West Indies: General Certificate of Education (O Level) with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects, or Caribbean Examinations Council with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects
Hong Kong: Hong Kong Certificate of Education with credit standing in five academic subjects, or pass standing in six academic subjects, or the Chinese University of Hong Kong Entrance Examination with a pass in five academic subjects
All applicants to Loyalist whose first language is not English, or whose previous education was in another language, will be expected to provide an English proficiency assessment for admissions approval.
Please forward test scores from one of the following tests with your application:
TOEFL: (Test of English as a Foreign Language), 550 (paper-based test)
80 (iBT internet-based test with minimums of 20)
IELTS (International English Language Test Service), 6.0 overall with no bands less than 6.0 (under SDS)6.0 overall with one band at 5.5 (genericcategory)6.5 overall with no bands less than 6.0*7.0 overall with no bands less than 6.5**
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment), Overall band of 60, writing 60
Cambridge English Exam, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
Duolingo English Test***, 95 – 100
105 – 110* (equivalent to IELTS 6.5)
115 – 120** (equivalent to IELTS 7.0)
*For the following programs: Early Childhood Education, Developmental Services Worker, Fitness and Health Promotion, Recreation & Leisure Services – Sports
**For the following programs: Care of Vulnerable Populations, Personal Support Worker
***The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample which will be shared with Loyalist College when you send your results.
Many people are overwhelmed by the justice system and the cost of legal representation. Paralegals help their clients navigate through the process and answer key questions. Licensed paralegals can also represent their clients in court. The Law Society of Ontario accredits this program.
Students prepare for the full scope of practice of a licensed paralegal in Ontario through a blend of classroom instruction and practical experience that includes:
Training in substantive law and legal procedures.
An emphasis on ethical conduct and professional responsibilities.
Preparing and presenting a case in court before a local judge during a moot trial in the Ontario Court of Justice or the Superior Court of Justice where each student is assigned the role of a legal representative.
Apply your learning on the job during a field placement in your second year. Loyalist students have completed placements with:
Provincial Offences Prosecutor’s office
Federal Department of Justice
Private law firms
Paralegal firms
Community legal clinics
Government legal departments
Crown Attorneys’ offices (criminal)
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First Year - Semester One
PROF1023 Building Links 1
COMM1064 Foundations of Writing for Paralegals
PARA1010 Introduction to the Legal System
COMM1065 Legal Communication
COMP1023 Legal Computer Applications
WRIT1021 Legal Research & Writing 1
PARA1002 Torts and Contracts
GNED General Education Elective
First Year - Semester Two
PROF1024 Building Links 2
PARA1011 Criminal Summary Conviction Procedures
LAWS1016 Employment Law
ETHI1015 Ethics - Professional Responsibility
PARA1009 Evidence & the Litigation Process
WRIT1022 Legal Research & Writing 2
PROF1015 Paralegal Career Prep
GNED General Education Elective
Second Year - Semester Three
PROF2037 Building Links 3
LAWS2011 Introduction to Administrative Law
ACCT2013 Legal Accounting
WKPL2011 Paralegal Practicum 1
BUSI2022 Practice Management - Operating a Small Business
PARA2015 Provincial Offences/Motor Vehicle Offence
LAWS2014 Residential Landlord and Tenant Law
Second Year - Semester Four
PARA2006 Advocacy
PARA2018 Alternative Dispute Resolution
PROF2038 Building Links 4
WKPL2012 Paralegal Practicum 2
PARA2016 Small Claims Court
PARA2017 Tribunal Practice and Procedure
GNED General Education Elective
General Education Courses
The Law Society of Ontario must license anyone providing legal representation in Ontario. Thanks to a diploma from Loyalist, graduates are qualified to apply for a Class P1 licence, which opens doors to:
Fee-for-service advocate, representing clients in Criminal Court, Provincial Offences Court, Small Claims Court or before administrative tribunals such as the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board.
Provincial offence prosecutors, paralegals in federal and provincial government legal departments, legal assistants in law offices and community legal clinics and court administration support staff.
A junior paralegal working in government earns a starting salary of approximately $45,000 to $48,000.
Be part of a legal team supporting lawyers dealing with complex issues and cases, in-house client services within government ministries, administrative agencies, private corporations, trade unions and professional associations.
| Health Insurance for one calendar year (mandatory): | $600 |
