Paralegal Diploma
Launch your paralegal career in Ontario through accredited training, hands-on legal experience, advocacy skills, and licensing exam preparation.
Your Future as a Paralegal Professional
As a paralegal, you'll provide legal services and represent clients in small claims, provincial tribunals, and summary conviction matters. Combining legal knowledge with strong advocacy, you'll support access to justice and empower clients to navigate the legal system with confidence.
Why This Program Stands Out
Accredited Excellence:
Law Society of Ontario–accredited – your pathway to becoming a licensed paralegal.
Real-World Training:
Learn from lawyers/paralegals, with mock hearings, court visits, and a 240-hour placement.
Career-Ready in 1120 Hours:
Graduate prepared for the paralegal licensing process and in-demand legal roles across Ontario.
Leading-Edge Support:
A committed team with a 140-year track record of student-centred support.
Career Services – for Life:
Resume building, interview prep, job fairs – all you need to land your first, or next, career.
What To Expect
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Full-time diploma program, including a 240-hour field placement with potential employers.
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Comprehensive training across substantive law, advocacy, research, and professional ethics.
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Build confidence and practical skills required to succeed in Ontario's paralegal licensing process.
What You'll Learn
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Financial Assistance may be available to those who qualify
Admissions Readiness Hub
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or the equivalent, or if 18 years of age or over, you may apply as a mature student and write an entrance exam
- Ontario grade 12 English or equivalent
- Language proficiency is an essential skill required for all Paralegals
- Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Immigration approval
- Assessment Interview to determine suitability for the Paralegal program
- A criminal record may affect a graduate's ability to become licensed in Ontario – please discuss with our Admissions Advisor or LSO before enrolling in a paralegal program
Career Outlook
Graduates with a paralegal diploma Ontario, and are licensed, are qualified for these roles:
- Licensed Paralegal
- Small Claims Court Representative
- Provincial Offences Court Agent
- Legal Researcher / Legal Writer
- Legal Services Business Owner
- Public Sector / Legal Clinic Paralegal
- Community Justice Advocate
- Landlord/Tenant Board Agent
- Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) Representative
- Tribunal and Administrative Law Advocate
- Corporate / In-House Legal Services Assistant
The demand for paralegals in Ontario is rated very good, with steady growth driven by expanded access to justice, rising demand for cost-effective legal services, and opportunities across tribunals, courts, and corporate settings.
Paralegal training for legal careers can lead to opportunities within:
- Law Firms — assist lawyers or practice independently within permitted scope
- Administrative Tribunals — represent clients at boards (i.e., Landlord and Tenant Board/WSIB)
- Courts — provide advocacy in Small Claims and Provincial Offences matters
- Corporate Legal Departments — handle compliance, contracts, workplace issues
- Community Legal Clinics — deliver accessible legal services and justice support
*To provide legal services in Ontario a person must be licensed by the Law Society of Ontario. And to obtain a license, a person must graduate from a program accredited by the Law Society of Ontario, pass a licensing examination and be of good character.
How We Prepare You for Success
Law Society-accredited program, small classes, taught by licensed lawyers and paralegals with real-world expertise.
Hands-on training – mock hearings, court visits, 240-hour field placement with potential employers.
Anderson is student-centred and has been a partner to over 150,000 students, over 140 years.
Career services team empowers you – resume build, interview prep, job fair connect - to stand out to employers - for life!
Alumni network access – from job leads to career growth though networking with Anderson grads and leading professionals.
Is a Paralegal career right for you?
This three-minute online quiz reveals your strengths, communication style, and ideal careers. Get your personalized results and discover whether a paralegal program is the best path for you.
Take the Legal Career Discovery QuizFunding your Paralegal Program
Multiple financial-aid pathways — from government loans and bursaries to interest-free college financing. Pick the path that matches how you'd like to fund your studies.
Tuition Fees: For the most current and detailed information on program-specific fees, please contact our Admissions team directly; we'll be happy to discuss the details with you.
Financial Aid: We aim to make the financial part of this process as easy to navigate as possible. We're here to help and are happy to support as you survey your options.
Please Note: Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.
For detailed information or to discuss your eligibility for financial support, please reach out to our Admissions team.
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Verified Reviews
Attending Anderson College was unforgettable. I decided to return to school after a work injury, aiming for a more fulfilling career. The Paralegal Program, starting in October 2022, offered excellent education and supportive teachers. Their guidance and practical experiences were invaluable. This knowledge led to my current job at the Collision Reporting Centre, where I apply daily legal knowledge.
Corinne B.Anderson College has allowed me to enhance my life and steer it in a better direction. By taking the Paralegal program, I came to understand the significance of this profession and its importance to the public. Now, my aspirations go beyond merely obtaining a college diploma; I aim to help those in need and open doors that were once closed to me.
Anna G.Having access to top-notch instructors who are judges, lawyers, and paralegals working in the field and, participating in seminars and court visits, we are fully prepared for fieldwork, obtaining our license, and career success. Anderson College is contributing quality education to Canadian society, producing competitive graduates who serve Canadian society.
Danish M.I was a scared, abandoned, and lost young mother with limited options. So, I applied to Anderson College's Paralegal program, hoping to gain a better understanding of the legal system and my rights. The supportive community here gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams and be a better mother. Anderson College changed my life, and I am grateful for the amazing teachers and the new beginning it has given me.
Adriana S.Get Your Custom Program Information Package
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Paralegals provide legal services and represent clients in areas such as Small Claims Court, provincial tribunals, and summary conviction matters, combining legal expertise with advocacy skills to ensure access to justice and effective client representation.
Faculty
Experienced, industry-expert instructors who bring real-world experience to the classroom.
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Your career in the legal industry begins right here, right now. You've wondered how to become a licensed paralegal; now you know. It's time to take the first step toward your future in an in-demand, rewarding, rapidly growing field – in just over one year, you could be celebrating a new and thriving career as a paralegal professional!
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