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Let me help you with questions about online programs and what is expected of an online student or instructor. I am an instructor as well as a student in an online program. If you are looking for a program or have questions about online learning in general, I can guide you. If you are a teacher looking for new ideas or methods, I can help. I have resources and ideas to share. I am a member of the National Business Education Association (NBEA), a professional organization devoted to the recognition that business education competencies are essential for all individuals in today's fast-changing society. Read about my experiences as an online student at my blog thinkPhD .

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I am an instructor at the University of Phoenix, working in online and classroom modalities. I am also a student at Northcentral University, where I am working on a PhD in Business Administration, with a specialty in Management. My MBA is from Troy University, 2001, and I have a BS, Environmental Science, from Troy University, 1980.

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Topic: Distance Learning

Expert: Cynthia Wolfe
Date: 6/16/2008
Subject: Online Paralegal Program at Keiser in Florida

Question
I would like to know what you think or know of Keister University of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. I am wanting to do an online degree in their Paralegal Studies and I want to be sure that it is a good program.

Answer
Hello Linda,

I have answered a number of questions about various paralegal programs. There seems to be a lot of interest in this career.

Here is Keiser's accreditation information:

ACCREDITATION
Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097) to award associate, bachelor’s and master's degrees.

It is very important that you select a training program accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). Less than 300 of the 1000 paralegal programs in the US are accredited. Accreditation also paves the way for students to participate in federally funded grant and loan programs. Before deciding on a program, I suggest discussing this career path with a lawyer or paralegal to get an understanding of the opportunities. I recommend choosing a program where the instructors (or most of them) are licensed attorneys. Here is a link to the ABA's approved paralegal education programs: http://www.abanet.org/legalservices/paralegals/directory/4

Here is the link to programs in Florida:
http://www.abanet.org/legalservices/paralegals/directory/fl.html

Keiser is not in the list. Based on the competitiveness in this career, you should choose a school on the ABA list.

Good luck with your studies,
Cindy Wolfe

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