Legal Studies and Paralegal Professional Licensure
If you live outside Idaho and are considering enrolling in an online program that leads to a professional license, we highly recommended that you contact the appropriate state licensing agency in your state or the state where you intend to work to seek the most up-to-date information about state licensure requirements before beginning the program. CEI makes every effort to ensure licensure information is current; however, licensure regulations are frequently revised.
A statement from the American Bar Association:
"The only state that currently regulates paralegals directly is California, which adopted regulation in 2000 that requires persons using the titles "paralegal," "legal assistant," and the like to meet certain educational/experiential qualifications and to meet continuing education requirements. For details, see the law at California Business and Professions Code, Sections 6450 through 6456.
In 2012 the Washington State Supreme Court issued an order adopting the "Limited License Legal Technician" Rule to conduct limited practice in only specified areas of law upon meeting certain educational/experiential qualifications as well as continuing legal education requirements. For details, see Rule 28 of the Admission and Practice Rules, and Rules of Professional Conduct.
In 2018, the Utah State Supreme Court launched the "Licensed Paralegal Practitioner" to conduct limited practice in only specified areas of law upon meeting certain educational/experiential qualifications as well as continuing legal education requirements. For details, see rule 14-802 of the Rules Governing the Utah State Bar, and Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioner 15-703." https://www.americanbar.org/groups/paralegals/profession-information/educational-information-for-paralegals/
For licensing board contact information, licensure requirements and program approval status, please see below.
Have questions about the Legal Studies and Paralegal program?
- College of Eastern Idaho does not offer the Legal Studies and Paralegal certificate/degree through fully online or distance education means at this time.
| State | Paralegal Certification Requirements | Licensure Disclosures |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in this state Alabama Association of Paralegals American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Alaska | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Alaska Alaska Association of Paralegals American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Arizona | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Arizona Arizona Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Arkansas | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Arkansas American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| California | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in California California Alliance of Paralegal Services American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Colorado | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Colorado Colorado Bar Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Connecticut | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Connecticut Connecticut Bar Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Delaware | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Delaware Delaware Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| District of Columbia | American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Florida | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Florida Paralegal Association of Florida American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Georgia | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Georgia Georgia Association of Paralegals American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Hawaii | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Hawaii Hawaii Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Idaho | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Idaho American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Illinois | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Illinois Illinios Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Indiana | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Indiana Indiana Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Iowa | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Iowa Iowa Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Kansas | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Kansas Kansas Bar Association Kansas Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Kentucky | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Kentucky Kentucky Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Louisiana | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Louisiana American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Maine | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Maine Maine Legislature American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Maryland | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Maryland Maryland Association of Paralegals American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Massachusetts | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Massachusetts Massachusetts Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Michigan | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Michigan State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Minnesota | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Minnesota Minnesota Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Mississippi | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Mississippi Mississippi Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Missouri | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Missouri Missouri Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Montana | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Montana Montana Code 25-10-305 American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Nebraska | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Nebraska Nebraska Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Nevada | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Nevada State Bar of Nevada American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| New Hampshire | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in New Hampshire Paralegal Association of New Hampshire American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| New Jersey | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in New Jersey Paralegal Association of New Jersey American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| New Mexico | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in New Mexico State Bar of New Mexico New Mexico Supreme Court – 20-115 American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| New York | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in New York Empire State Alliance of Paralegal Associations American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| North Carolina | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in North Carolina North Carolina Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| North Dakota | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in North Dakota American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Ohio | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Ohio Ohio State Bar Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Oklahoma | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Oklahoma Oklahoma Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Oregon | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Oregon Oregon Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Pennsylvania | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Pennsylvania Keystone Alliance of Paralegal Associations American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Rhode Island | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Rhode Island American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| South Carolina | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in South Carolina South Carolina Bar American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| South Dakota | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in South Dakota South Dakota Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Tennessee | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Tennessee Tennessee Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Texas | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Texas State Bar of Texas Paralegal Division American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Utah | Utah State Bar American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Vermont | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Vermont Vermont Paralegal Organization American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Virginia | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Virginia Virginia Alliance of Paralegal Associations American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Washington | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Washington Washington State Paralegal Association American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts – (Rule 28) Limited Practice Rule for Limited License Legal Technicians | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| West Virginia | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in West Virginia West Virginia Legislature – H.B. 3302 American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Wisconsin | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Wisconsin State Bar of Wisconsin American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |
| Wyoming | Paralegal-Edu – How to Become a Paralegal in Wyoming Legal Assistants of Wyoming American Bar Association Educational Information for Paralegals | College of Eastern Idaho has made a determination that its curriculum does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in this state. Please contact the Office of Online Learning with any questions. |