FAQs
Payments
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Above you will find our payment plans. Payment plans require the first month's payment and are billed every month thereafter on the same date as the original payment.
Can I do a payment plan for the sale price?
We offer the sale price as incentive for you to pay the tuition in full all at once. If you choose to take advantage of the sale price you should be ready to pay the tuition in full.
Do you offer/accept financial aid?
This is a non-degree program so financial aid such as FAFSA does not apply. We will work with any organization that is willing to assist the student make payment.
Do I have to buy any books?
PIW binder is included in the tuition and is uploaded into the website where you will access your lessons. There is one required book that you must buy - the Bluebook. It costs about $45. You can purchase it at legalbluebook.com.
There are other OPTIONAL books that you can purchase. These are listed on the syllabus.
About the program
Is this certificate valid nationwide?
Yes. This certificate is valid nationwide. California is the only state that has additional requirements to become a paralegal and California residents should familiarize themselves with California law before registering for this course.
Is this program ABA approved?
ABA approval applies to colleges and universities. We are a private career institute and ABA approval does not apply to this program.
Is this program accredited?
We have investigated regional accreditation and decided against it. We speak to hundreds of attorneys every week and we have not noticed any significant demand for accredited paralegal certificates. We decided not to pursue the EXPENSIVE accreditation process, which would only raise prices for students and seemingly not give them much additional benefit in the job market.
Can PIW guarantee me a job after my certificate?
As far as we are aware, NO PARALEGAL PROGRAM IN THE COURNTRY does as much to help students find employment as we do. We literally talk to thousands of attorneys every month to find internship opportunities and job opportunities, and we are very successful at it. But we cannot guarantee that you will get a job. In order to land a job you have to convince the employer that you are the best person for the position. So while we can help you get in front of employers, YOU must still do your part to get the job.
Completing the program
What are your enrollment requirements?
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficient using a computer
- Ability to read and write English
What is required to complete the program?
- Complete 12 learning modules
- Each module has assignments and most modules have a quiz.
- Take the final and pass it with a 70% or better.
- Complete either a 140-hour internship or a project.
- The internship can be in-person or virtual, but must be completed under the supervision of an attorney.
- The project consists of a hypothetical medical malpractice case. You will have to complete 10 assignments related to the case which require legal writing and legal research.
Does PIW help students find and internship?
Yes. We contact thousands of attorneys across the country every month to help our students secure internship opportunities. The internship assistance begins after the student has completed all assignments and passed the final exam.
How long do I have to complete the program?
This program is SELF-PACED and delivered over video-recorded lessons. You will have 6 months to complete all of the assignments, quizzes, take the final, and either complete the internship or project.
Payments
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Above you will find our payment plans. Payment plans require the first month's payment and are billed every month thereafter on the same date as the original payment.
Can I do a payment plan for the sale price?
We offer the sale price as incentive for you to pay the tuition in full all at once. If you choose to take advantage of the sale price you should be ready to pay the tuition in full.
Do you offer/accept financial aid?
This is a non-degree program so financial aid such as FAFSA does not apply. We will work with any organization that is willing to assist the student make payment.
Do I have to buy any books?
PIW binder is included in the tuition and is uploaded into the website where you will access your lessons. There is one required book that you must buy - the Bluebook. It costs about $45. You can purchase it at legalbluebook.com.
There are other OPTIONAL books that you can purchase. These are listed on the syllabus.
About the program
Is this certificate valid nationwide?
Yes. This certificate is valid nationwide. California is the only state that has additional requirements to become a paralegal and California residents should familiarize themselves with California law before registering for this course.
Is this program ABA approved?
ABA approval applies to colleges and universities. We are a private career institute and ABA approval does not apply to this program.
Is this program accredited?
We have investigated regional accreditation and decided against it. We speak to hundreds of attorneys every week and we have not noticed any significant demand for accredited paralegal certificates. We decided not to pursue the EXPENSIVE accreditation process, which would only raise prices for students and seemingly not give them much additional benefit in the job market.
Can PIW guarantee me a job after my certificate?
As far as we are aware, NO PARALEGAL PROGRAM IN THE COURNTRY does as much to help students find employment as we do. We literally talk to thousands of attorneys every month to find internship opportunities and job opportunities, and we are very successful at it. But we cannot guarantee that you will get a job. In order to land a job you have to convince the employer that you are the best person for the position. So while we can help you get in front of employers, YOU must still do your part to get the job.
Completing the program
What are your enrollment requirements?
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficient using a computer
- Ability to read and write English
What is required to complete the program?
- Complete 12 learning modules
- Each module has assignments and most modules have a quiz.
- Take the final and pass it with a 70% or better.
- Complete either a 140-hour internship or a project.
- The internship can be in-person or virtual, but must be completed under the supervision of an attorney.
- The project consists of a hypothetical medical malpractice case. You will have to complete 10 assignments related to the case which require legal writing and legal research.
Does PIW help students find and internship?
Yes. We contact thousands of attorneys across the country every month to help our students secure internship opportunities. The internship assistance begins after the student has completed all assignments and passed the final exam.
How long do I have to complete the program?
This program is SELF-PACED and delivered over video-recorded lessons. You will have 6 months to complete all of the assignments, quizzes, take the final, and either complete the internship or project.