Legal Academy
Canisius College
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Program Summary
Program Summary
Students will learn the foundations of law and the legal system, develop a network of professional connections through field experiences, and complete internships in political offices, courts, law offices, and more. Topics of study include criminal, family, and consumer law, lawmaking, torts, policing, freedoms and individual rights, and contemporary issues in law.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Develop a network of professional connections through extensive field experiences across WNY
Shadow college level legal courses
Internship sites include political offices, county, city, and federal courts, law offices, and transportation security administration.
High school credits
High school credits
English 12 (1 Credit)
Participation in Government (.5 Credit)
Economics (.5 Credit)
Internship (1 Credit)
Legal Academy (1 Credit)
College Affiliations
College Affiliations
Bryant and Stratton College
Canisius University
SUNY Erie
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Entry Level
Entry Level
Baliff
Dispatcher
Legal Secretary
Legislative Assistant
Lobbyist
Report Writer
Technical Careers
Technical Careers
Corrections Officer
Crime Scene Investigator
Detective
Law Enforcement Officer
Legislative Analyst
Paralegal
Professional Careers
Professional Careers
Attorney
Forensic Agent: FBI, ICE, DEA
Intelligence Agent
Investigator
Judge
Probation/Parole Officer
Social Worker
Program Considerations
Program Considerations
New Visions programs require an application and an interview for admission.
Students must provide their own transportation to Canisius University and internship sites.
Classroom Information
Classroom Information
Must be able to handle working independently and in a group setting
Professionalism and adherence to class and business partner expectations is required.
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