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Below is a list of schools and firms that will be offering testing centers to examinees. Check this page often as centers are added frequently prior to the opening of a testing window. SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS:  In order to schedule your testing appointment(s), you are required to use the link provided for your choice of testing location so NALA […]

Knowledge Exam On-demand, year-round testing. 120 items will be included on each Knowledge Exam. 100 items will be scored. 20 items will be pretested for statistical analysis. 3 hours testing time (90 seconds per item) will be provided for all subsequent Knowledge Exams. Result reporting will be available upon completion with on-demand testing year-round.   […]

Knowledge Exam Retake Candidates who do not pass the Knowledge Exam must wait 90 days before re-taking it. Candidates must pass the Knowledge Exam within the first attempt and two additional retake attempts during the 365-day period or wait 365 days before trying again. Skills Exam Retake Candidates who do not pass the Skills Exam […]

The Certified Paralegal credential may be suspended or revoked if it is found the Certified Paralegal has: Falsified information on application form. Been convicted of the unauthorized practice of law since receiving the Certified Paralegal credential. Failed to meet continuing legal education requirements as required by the Certifying Board. Divulged the contents of any examination […]

Commitment to continued growth and life-long learning is the hallmark of a professional. Once a Certified Paralegal's career is launched, there is a need for advanced CLE programs as one changes areas of practice, or is met with more challenging assignments. The Advanced Certified Paralegal program is designed to recognize this effort. Advanced Certified Paralegal courses are part of the on-demand programs offered by NALA. ACP certification is for Certified Paralegals and is focused on mastery of specific course material developed under the direction of the Advanced Certified Paralegal. An assessment component is part of the curriculum-based program as well as detailed exercises. The average course is about 20 hours in length and organized into multiple modules. These web-based courses are available on a 24/7 basis.

Use of the CP credential signifies that a paralegal is capable of providing superior services to firms and corporations. National surveys consistently show Certified Paralegals are better utilized in a field where attorneys are looking for a credible, dependable way to measure ability. The credential has been recognized by the American Bar Association as a designation which marks a high level of professional achievement. The CP credential has also been recognized by over 47 legal assistant organizations and numerous bar associations.