The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares students to perform legal tasks and assist lawyers with many types of legal work. A paralegal does not practice law, give legal advice, or represent clients in a court of law but they can assist with any type of legal work that a lawyer does. The Paralegal Technology program’s primary goal is to provide the legal knowledge and practical skills necessary to become a competent, ethical professional. Paralegals play an important role in allowing lawyers to provide high-quality, reasonably priced legal services. As a result, it is a fast growing field. Paralegals, sometimes also called legal assistants, work in law firms, government agencies, business organizations, and anywhere else that a lawyer might work. After completing a two-year degree many paralegals go on to get a bachelor’s degree and some even go to law school.