Also covered are the topics of adoption, parental rights, guardianship, change of name, and legal rights of the aged. This is a study of the legal concepts related to estate planning, wills, powers of attorney, summary procedures for estate settlement, formal and informal probate, the laws of intestacy, and the preparation of related income and death tax returns. This is the study of bankruptcy procedures, including the preparation and filing of bankruptcy schedules. Also included is the study of procedures for debt collection and the use of small claims court. 102-167 Law Office Management 1 credit Covers a wide range of office procedures and practices specific to paralegals working in a law office setting.
Content is appropriate for persons whose career plans involve employee management.
102-169 Machine Calculation 1 credit Stresses fundamental touch operation of electronic calculators, as well as business applications. Special emphasis is given to business problems pertinent to the student s field of training. Exposure to the health care environment is stressed to provide as broad a learning experience as possible. Students may be required to perform work duties for the institution or organization. 102-194 Contemporary Issues in Health Care 3 credits Current topics in the health care field are discussed in seminar style.