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PAR101: Introduction to the Paralegal Profession – 3 credits

Comprehensive introduction into the legal profession with a focus on the paralegal's role. Introduction into legal terminology, basic legal principles, and the parties involved in the legal system. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12886
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
21 of 25 seats available
12887
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
23 of 25 seats available
16146
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Herring
Open
21 of 23 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

PAR102: Paralegal Research, Analysis, and Writing I – 3 credits

Introduction into legal research, analysis and writing. Covers legal research binding, persuasive authority, and use of legal citation. Includes components and use of case law and briefs in addition to use of secondary sources and digests. Also covers electronic legal research and research plans. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment), or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
13036
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
13037
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available

PAR103: Paralegal Research, Analysis, and Writing II – 3 credits

Advanced legal writing and research. Analysis and application of the writing process to produce well-written documents commonly used in the practice of law. Covers various types of legal writing, including memorandum of law, persuasive writing, and legal correspondence. The use of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling in the construction of sentences and the development of paragraphs. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12888
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
12889
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
23 of 25 seats available

PAR104: Ethics for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal rules of professional responsibility and ethical requirements. Includes regulation of the profession as well as unauthorized practice of law and confidentiality. Also covers conflict of interest, competence, and negligence. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment) and PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11592
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
23 of 25 seats available
11593
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available

PAR106: Legal Foundations for Paralegals – 3 credits

Legal principles of tort, contract, and criminal law. Includes roles and responsibilities of court systems, the legal community, and the paralegal. Also covers procedures for preparing cases for trial, adjudication, and post-trial. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11594
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
21 of 25 seats available
11595
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
23 of 25 seats available

PAR112: Civil Litigation I – 3 credits

Responsibilities of the paralegal in the civil litigation process. Includes review of the American court system and techniques for case investigation. Also covers case management and evidence procedures as well as settlements and pleadings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment), or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11596
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
23 of 25 seats available
11597
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available

PAR114: Civil Litigation II – 3 credits

Civil litigation responsibilities of the paralegal in the areas of discovery, depositions, pretrial, and post-trial procedures. Includes preparation of clients, witnesses, and exhibits for the courtroom. Also covers responsibilities of the paralegal in the evidentiary phase of trial, post-trial, and the appeals process in addition to collection and enforcement of judgments. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11598
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11599
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR206: Paralegal Business Law – 3 credits

Overview of business law for the paralegal. Includes a review of basic contract formation and enforcement, fundamental law concepts, ethics, and social responsibility. Also includes topics such as white collar and corporate crime, consumer protection, employment laws, international commerce, and intellectual property. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11600
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
20 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11849
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR208: Introduction to Tort Law – 3 credits

Introduction to tort law and the responsibilities of the paralegal. Includes elements of types of various types of torts, negligence, and defenses in addition to classification of and legal issues pertaining to damages. Also covers insurance and its application to tort law as well as procedures for records evaluation and calculation of net settlements. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11850
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
11601
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
20 of 25 seats available

PAR224: Law Office Technology for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Technology resources and procedures for the law office. Includes types of hardware and software in addition to office security. Also covers paperless office and electronic research procedures as well as use of trial presentation software. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR104 or Corequisites: PAR104.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11602
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11851
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR230: Family Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal responsibilities in the area of family law. Includes procedures for the initial client interview as well as drafting of applicable documents in dissolution, post-decree, and custody proceedings. Also covers discovery tools and procedures in addition to methods for valuation and division of assets. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11852
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11603
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR232: Bankruptcy Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal responsibilities in the area of bankruptcy law. Emphasis on chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the bankruptcy code of Title 11 of the United States Code. Also covers bankruptcy documentation, automatic stay, dischargeable and non-dischargeable debts, and bankruptcy case dismissals, conversions, and transfers. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11604
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
    You may purchase or rent the digital eBook or the hardcover textbook at your preference. Either textbook format can be purchased and/or rented directly from Cengage, the Rio Bookstore, or it may be available from other third-party websites. Please verify the ISBN prior to purchase. See syllabus for details.
  • Textbook info pending
11853
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
    You may purchase or rent the digital eBook or the hardcover textbook at your preference. Either textbook format can be purchased and/or rented directly from Cengage, the Rio Bookstore, or it may be available from other third-party websites. Please verify the ISBN prior to purchase. See syllabus for details.
  • Textbook info pending

PAR233: Real Estate Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal responsibilities in the area of real estate law. Covers real estate transactions and agreements of sale as well as title and deed procedures. Also includes procedures for completing title abstractions and legal documentation pertinent to arbitration and foreclosure. The role of the paralegal in completing real estate client interviews also covered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR114, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11854
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11605
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR234: Administrative Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal responsibilities in the area of administrative law. Overview of types and sources of administrative law. Includes accountability, agency discretion and due process in addition to delegation and rule-making. Also covers agency investigations and adjudication procedures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11606
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11855
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR236: Estate and Elder Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Paralegal responsibilities in the area of estate law and elder law. Includes estate planning and administration. Covers procedures for preparing wills and trusts in addition to handling probate issues and elder long-term care. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11856
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
11607
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR238: Immigration Law for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Overview of role and key responsibilities of a paralegal working with immigration law cases. Includes immigration laws and essentials of federal regulations. Covers process and procedures for citizenship and naturalization including, establishing temporary and permanent legal citizenship and types of visas. Also includes process for application and appeals. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12223
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Herring
Open
7 of 7 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending
12224
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Herring
Open
6 of 7 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word
  • Textbook info pending

PAR239: Legal Investigation for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Overview of role and key responsibilities of a legal investigator. Covers the process for conducting an interview including discovery methods and research techniques. Also covers procedures for documenting and writing accurate statements and preparing legal evidence and exhibits for trial. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12227
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
  • Textbook info pending
12228
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
  • Textbook info pending

PAR240: Introduction to eDiscovery for the Paralegal – 3 credits

Overview of electronic discovery and the impact of electronic data on the legal field. Includes a review of the development of technology assisted review (TAR), preservation procedures, and collection methods for electronical stored information (ESI). Also covers changes in civil rules of procedure and ethical duties for legal professionals. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR114.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12304
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12305
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

PAR260: Legal Career Preparation – 1 credit

Overview of the essential skills necessary for the paralegal student in the internship environment. Covers essential skills, self-evaluation and resources available to the paralegal. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR114.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11723
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Four (4) Week Class
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11724
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Four (4) Week Class
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

PAR290AA: Internship for the Paralegal – 1 credit

Paralegal work experience in industry. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12409
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Student must complete 80 internship hours of designated work per credit.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12410
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Permission of Department Required
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Student must complete 80 internship hours of designated work per credit.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

PAR290AB: Internship for the Paralegal – 2 credits

Paralegal work experience in industry. Note: PAR290AB may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR260 and permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11725
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person : You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Sixteen (16) Week Class
    8-week class option available
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Permission of Department Required
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Official Course Prerequisites: PAR260 and permission of Department or Division.
    Student must complete 80 internship hours of designated work per credit.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11726
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person : You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Sixteen (16) Week Class
    8-week class option available
    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
    Permission of Department Required
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Official Course Prerequisites: PAR260 and permission of Department or Division.
    Student must complete 80 internship hours of designated work per credit.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor