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Course Materials

Blackstone will provide you with the following tools for your success, all of which are included in your tuition:

Blackstone Modern American Law Series
This ten-volume set of standard texts will become a valuable lifelong reference. Texts average 155 pages, with almost 2,150 pages in all.

    Blackstone Law Glossary
    This extra volume gives a concise definition of legal words and phrases
    that the law student is likely to encounter, plus the phonetic pronunciation
    of words - an invaluable tool when going through the Blackstone course.
    This will arrive with your first shipment.

    Black's Law Dictionary (Pocket Edition)
    This is an authoritative and up-to-date dictionary, fully defining
    over 10,000 terms. Based on the award-winning Black's Law
    Dictionary Abridged Edition, it is unmatched in readability and
    ease of use. This 796 page deluxe, perfect bound book - a must
    for every lawstudent - will be sent at the midpoint of your course.

    The Everything Guide to Being a Paralegal, by Steven W. Schneider
    This invaluable reference handbook provides information on how to
    work with lawyers, choosing a legal specialty, assistance at trial,
    and other skills necessary for new paralegals.

    Finding, Reading and Using the Law, by Anne M. Stevens
    Finding, Reading and Using Law is designed for legal
    studies and legal assistant students at the undergraduate
    evel. It is also an excellent resource for legal assistants,
    paralegals, and anyone interested in conducting
    effective legal research, analysis and writing.

Legal Research Study Guide, by Tracey Biscontini
Accompanies the text Finding, Reading and Using the Law.

Legal Research and Writing Study Guide, by Tracey Biscontini
Accompanies the text Finding, Reading and Using the Law.

Paralegal Career Starter, by Jo Lynn Southard
The Paralegal Career Starter gives readers the vital information necessary to begin an exciting career in the legal field. In addition to valuable tips on breaking into the legal sector, this book also contains comprehensive information about education, training programs, financial aid opportunities, and new trends within this growing and exciting profession. In addition, candidates learn about non-legal careers for which paralegals are in demand. This new edition is packed with useful online resources, an updated and revamped with a comprehensive directory of paralegal programs, and chockfull of contact information for professional associations, and more.

How to Find a Job as a Paralegal Study Guide
Accompanies the text Paralegal Career Starter.

Ethics for Paralegals Study Unit

    Access to Blackstone's Online Student Center
    Along with your traditional course items, you will
    gain unlimited access to Blackstone's Online
    Student Center, where you can take exams and
    receive instantaneous Grade Reports, chat
    real-time with other students, participate in online
    discussions, and receive up-to-the-minute
    news about Blackstone Career Institute.

In addition, Blackstone will also provide you with:

Thorough Testing
A total of 31 exams, comprised of approximately 120 pages, and six writing exercises assist Blackstone in assessing your understanding of the concepts taught.

Documents
You will receive an official transcript and a Legal Assistant and Paralegal diploma upon successful completion of the entire program. A copy of your transcript will also be on permanent file with Blackstone and is available for a nominal fee.

Ample Time
You have up to two years to complete the Blackstone Legal Assistant and Paralegal program. If additional time is needed, a six-month extension can be purchased.

Individual Grading
Your mailed exams and assignments will be individually graded by Blackstone's team of qualified instructors. If you submit your exams through the Online Student Center, you will receive an electronic Grade Report instantly.

Support
Your success is important to us! Any time you need assistance, please contact us. We will be more than happy to assist you with any questions or problems you encounter with the course materials or exams.

Tuition
Your tuition cost covers your entire program including all textbooks, study guides, exam evaluation services, access to the Online Student Center, and your diploma upon graduation.

Financial Assistance
Blackstone's financial assistance programs include GI Bill Education Benefits for veterans and Career Training Loans through SLM Financial, a Sallie Mae Company. BCI also offers its own payment plan, which is interest free.

Student Tuition Protection Policy
We offer a generous student tuition protection policy that covers cancellations and refunds. Click here to review our policy.

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	Blackstone Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council, Washington D.C., regionally accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Philadelphia, PA and licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. BCI provides an excellent foundation for anyone interested in earning a paralegal diploma from home. With more than a century of expertise, Blackstone offers a committed, responsive faculty and a quality education, all at an affordable rate.