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- AI FOR PROFESSIONALSOnline Campus
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Fee: $510.00
Format: Online
Course Dates: 9/22/2025 - 10/19/2025
Instructor: Alaa Alsarhan
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Course Overview
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AI for Professionals is an applied, hands-on course designed to empower working professionals with practical knowledge of AI tools like ChatGPT. Through four focused modules, learners will master prompt engineering, build custom AI assistants, automate complex business processes, and discover niche tools to boost efficiency across industries. Participants will develop skills in crafting precise prompts, integrating AI with data tools like Excel and PDFs, and using the GPT Store to customize AI solutions. The course also covers essential topics such as identifying and mitigating AI risks, recognizing biases, and maintaining data privacy.
Whether you're a business leader, operations manager, or creative professional, this course will help you confidently integrate AI into your daily work. Learn to design smart, AI-enhanced workflows that deliver measurable value—and stay ahead in a tech-driven workplace.
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Sterling Long is an AI coach, educator, and co-founder of Discover NoCode, dedicated to helping professionals harness the power of generative AI to enhance their workflows and creativity. With a background in building no-code solutions for complex business challenges, Sterling has guided over 100 individuals across various industries to effectively integrate AI into their daily operations. His work emphasizes practical applications of AI, focusing on prompt engineering, automation, and the development of custom AI assistants. Sterling is also the creator of "AI Possibilities," a framework designed to teach users how to delegate tasks to ChatGPT and other AI tools efficiently. Through his engaging teaching style and commitment to empowering others, Sterling equips learners with the skills needed to confidently navigate and leverage AI technologies in their professional lives. |
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Unlock the power of AI with hands-on training in ChatGPT and related tools. Learn to boost productivity, craft better prompts, integrate AI with your workflows, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for professionals looking to enhance creativity, efficiency, and decision-making with cutting-edge AI tools.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Thursdays, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16; 6:30pm-7:30pm
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- AI FOR PROFESSIONALSOnline Campus
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Fee: $510.00
Format: Online
Course Dates: 11/3/2025 - 12/7/2025
Instructor: Alaa Alsarhan
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AI for Professionals is an applied, hands-on course designed to empower working professionals with practical knowledge of AI tools like ChatGPT. Through four focused modules, learners will master prompt engineering, build custom AI assistants, automate complex business processes, and discover niche tools to boost efficiency across industries. Participants will develop skills in crafting precise prompts, integrating AI with data tools like Excel and PDFs, and using the GPT Store to customize AI solutions. The course also covers essential topics such as identifying and mitigating AI risks, recognizing biases, and maintaining data privacy.
Whether you're a business leader, operations manager, or creative professional, this course will help you confidently integrate AI into your daily work. Learn to design smart, AI-enhanced workflows that deliver measurable value—and stay ahead in a tech-driven workplace.
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Sterling Long is an AI coach, educator, and co-founder of Discover NoCode, dedicated to helping professionals harness the power of generative AI to enhance their workflows and creativity. With a background in building no-code solutions for complex business challenges, Sterling has guided over 100 individuals across various industries to effectively integrate AI into their daily operations. His work emphasizes practical applications of AI, focusing on prompt engineering, automation, and the development of custom AI assistants. Sterling is also the creator of "AI Possibilities," a framework designed to teach users how to delegate tasks to ChatGPT and other AI tools efficiently. Through his engaging teaching style and commitment to empowering others, Sterling equips learners with the skills needed to confidently navigate and leverage AI technologies in their professional lives. |
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Unlock the power of AI with hands-on training in ChatGPT and related tools. Learn to boost productivity, craft better prompts, integrate AI with your workflows, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for professionals looking to enhance creativity, efficiency, and decision-making with cutting-edge AI tools.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Thursdays, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4; 6:30pm-7:30pm
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- CHANGE MANAGEMENTOnline Campus
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This immersive Change Management program is a three-course series designed for leaders and professionals seeking to drive sustainable organizational transformation using John Kotter’s renowned 8-Step Process for Leading Change. Grounded in the principles from Our Iceberg is Melting and The Heart of Change Field Guide, each course in the series spans one month, with a one-week break between courses to allow for reflection and application. Participants will learn to build urgency, craft and communicate compelling visions, remove obstacles, and empower teams through change. The program blends strategic insight with practical application, helping learners address resistance, generate momentum with early wins, and foster a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement. Ideal for managers and change agents across sectors, this series provides a structured, proven approach to leading meaningful and lasting change.
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Course 1: Foundations of Change Management
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Dates: 08-04-25 to 09-01-25
Zoom Sessions: Every Wednesday, 7pm-8pm
This course provides an introduction to the principles, strategies, and tools essential for leading successful change initiatives. Participants will gain an understanding of change management concepts, with a focus on creating a climate for change, engaging the entire organization, and sustaining transformation over time. Using John Kotter’s story “Our Iceberg is Melting” as a foundational case study, participants will connect key lessons to their own experiences in driving change.
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Course 2: Leading and Implementing Change
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Dates: 09-08-25 to 10-06-25
Zoom Sessions: Every Wednesday, 7pm-8pm
This course provides an overview of the first four steps in Kotter’s 8-Step Model for Change Management. Participants will learn to create a sense of urgency, engage leadership, build a guiding coalition, and develop a compelling vision for change. The course also covers effective communication strategies to gain buy-in and foster alignment, using clear messaging and storytelling. Throughout the course, participants will apply key concepts to create a Change Management Plan, tailored to a real or hypothetical organizational challenge.
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Course 3: Sustaining Momentum & Embedding Change
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Dates: 10-13-25 to 11-10-25
Zoom Sessions: Every Wednesday, 7pm-8pm
This course equips leaders and managers with the skills to drive and sustain organizational change. Participants will learn to enable employees for action, remove barriers, and empower teams to take initiative while streamlining processes and building a culture of collaboration. Key strategies include creating short-term wins, leveraging early successes to build support, and maintaining momentum through stakeholder engagement. The course also focuses on embedding new behaviors into daily practices, aligning leadership actions with organizational culture, and reinforcing the long-term vision to ensure that change sticks. By the end, participants will be prepared to lead change initiatives that drive continuous improvement and lasting impact.
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Bret Skousen brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience with renowned companies like Black & Decker (B&D), Mountain America Credit Union (MACU), and Utah-based tech firms. His extensive business acumen spans corporate strategy, organizational development, marketing, PR, and business development, driving explosive growth in tech companies. At MACU, Bret revolutionized sales, marketing, and product development processes, with the first product launched under this approach increasing profitability per user by over 50%. At B&D, his sales territories consistently exceeded expectations by 15-20%. A passionate advocate for building high-performing teams, Bret also founded BDHHI University, where B&D’s leaders are trained, developed, and empowered to excel.
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Equip yourself with the tools and strategies to lead successful organizational change. Based on John Kotter’s renowned 8-Step Process, this interactive course empowers leaders to inspire action, overcome resistance, and embed lasting transformation. Ideal for managers, supervisors, and change agents across industries.
THREE-COURSES: This program is a three-course series, which spans three months with one course per month and a one-week break in between.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online program includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Wednesdays; 7:00pm-8:00pm
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- SUPERVISOR ESSENTIALSLehi Campus
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Stepping into a supervisory role brings new challenges—and new opportunities. This six-module course is designed for new and emerging supervisors who are ready to develop the foundational leadership skills needed to effectively guide teams and drive results. performance management, communication, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and fostering employee engagement. Each module emphasizes real-world application through scenario-based learning, interactive discussions, and actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately. Whether transitioning into supervision for the first time or building upon early leadership experience, learners will leave equipped with the confidence and competence to lead with purpose and create a productive work environment.
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Drew Burke joined Utah Valley University in April 2021, bringing over 20 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare and manufacturing. He is the founder of a consulting group specializing in executive and leadership coaching and has extensive expertise in strategic HR planning, talent management, organizational development, and compliance. A master’s graduate in Management and Human Resources from Utah State University’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Drew is also trained in Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Quality Management. He holds multiple professional certifications, including SHRM-SCP, SPHR, and is a certified trainer and consultant in several leadership and assessment tools. Drew currently serves as President Elect of the Utah Chapter of CUPA-HR and is a member of the SHRM Executive Network.
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Gain essential leadership skills to succeed as a new or emerging supervisor. This six-module course blends practical tools with real-world scenarios to help you manage teams, address performance issues, and create a positive, productive work environment.
COURSE FORMAT: This course follows a hybrid format, combining online learning with scheduled in-person sessions for added flexibility and engagement.
LIVE SESSIONS: Lehi Campus; Thursdays, 12:00pm-1:30pm
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- WOMEN'S LEADERSHIPOnline Campus
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Fee: $995.00
Format: Online
Course Dates: 8/24/2025 - 10/11/2025
Instructor: Erin Clark
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The Women’s Leadership program is a dynamic and reflective learning experience designed to empower women to lead with clarity, courage, and conviction. Rooted in the book Leading Through: Activating the Soul, Heart, and Mind of Leadership, this six-module, non-credit course invites participants to examine their leadership identity through the lenses of personal values, lived experiences, and a deeper sense of purpose. The program challenges conventional leadership paradigms by shifting from “Power Over” models to an inclusive “Leading Through” framework that prioritizes authenticity, connection, and strategic insight.
Throughout the course, participants will explore the interplay of Soul, Heart, and Mind in leadership—gaining tools to lead with emotional intelligence, foster trust-based relationships, and drive innovation within complex systems. Interactive modules guide learners through values clarification, storytelling, strategic thinking, and the LIVE Framework (Love, Inspiration, Vitality, and Expression). A personal coaching component further enhances the learning experience, offering individualized support and reflection tailored to each participant's leadership journey. Assignments such as the leadership experience map, purpose statement, and future vision plan ensure deep personal engagement and actionable growth. The program culminates in a capstone presentation—My Leadership Story—that synthesizes each learner’s unique journey into a compelling narrative of empowered leadership. Whether aspiring or established, participants will leave equipped to lead transformative change in their organizations and communities.
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Erin Clark is the co-founder and President of the Leading Through Institute (LTI) and co-author of Leading Through: Activating the Soul, Heart, and Mind of Leadership (Harvard Business Review Press), written in collaboration with her father and brother. Together, they founded LTI to advance research and shift leadership paradigms from "power-over" to Leading Through. In 2024, Erin retired from Deloitte after a consulting career spanning over 20 years, including her role as a partner and practice leader at Monitor Group (acquired by Deloitte in 2013) and serving as the U.S. National Leader for Leadership in Human Capital Consulting.
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This course is a transformative, six-module experience that equips participants to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose by challenging traditional leadership models and embracing values-driven practices. With the addition of a personal coaching component, learners receive individualized guidance as they explore their leadership identity, enhance emotional intelligence, and develop a compelling personal narrative to guide their future impact.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Wednesdays; 6:30pm-8:30pm
DISCOUNTS: For information about corporate partner discounts, group rates or scholarships, please contact Stephanie Chapple, Program Manager at (801) 863-8005. or schapple@uvu.edu.
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- DEBT COLLECTION LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)
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Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
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This course focuses on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) including the protections for consumers and requirements on creditors. Issues covered include the purpose of the FDCPA and the types of debts covered; debt collection practices prohibited by the FDCP; unfair debt collection practices. The course will emphasize substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on debt collection law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
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The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Debt Collection Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
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This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 20 weeks to complete the course material. The debt collection course is designed for paralegals that want to hang their own shingle to help consumers in a debt collection case. The course is designed to walk the paralegal through legal principles and law in the area of debt collection. Paralegals that take the course will be reminded of the law and become familiar with the forms they will use to assist debtors with their legal issues. |
Module 1 :: Debt Collection Law |
- Introduction to Debt Collection Law
- Debt Collection Law
- Fair Debt Collection Practices act
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Module 2 :: Debt Collection Forms |
- Debt Collection Forms
- Utah Rules of Civil Procedure
- The Summons
- The Complaint
- Counterclaims
- Motion to Set Aside Judgment
- Motion to Stay Enforcement of Judgment
- Satisfaction of Judgment
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Jacob Kent
Jacob Kent graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 2011. He started his legal career representing victims of domestic violence with protective orders, divorce, and custody actions. Jacob joined Utah Legal Services in 2014 as a staff attorney. He currently works in its housing and consumer units. He represents tenants in housing authority administrative proceedings. He also represents tenants in state eviction proceedings, including tenants that live in federally subsidized properties, section 42 properties, and mobile homes. Jacob is currently a member of the Utah State Bar, Utah Court Committee on Resources for Self-represented Parties, and Adjunct Faculty Member of Utah Valley University.
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The Debt Collection Law for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners course focuses on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) including the protections for consumers and requirements on creditors. Issues covered include the purpose of the FDCPA and the types of debts covered; debt collection practices prohibited by the FDCP; unfair debt collection practices.
COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule.
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- ETHICAL RULES FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)
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Fee: $215.00
Format: Self-Paced Online
Instructor: John Seegrist
Course Length: 20 Weeks
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Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
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This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. The Ethics course covers topics such as the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, professionalism, and the disciplinary process. This course is required for the Licensed Paralegal Practitioner certificate. |
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This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website. |
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This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. This course explores the ethical standards for Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP's). The focus will be on the ethical rules for LPP's as well as actual problems that LPP's will confront in their practice. Topics include the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, and professionalism. The disciplinary process will also be addressed. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal and shortly before taking the licensing exam. |
Module 1 :: Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners |
- Introduction to Ethics for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners
- Unauthorized Practice of Law
- Standards of Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Professionalism and Civility
- Mandatory Continuing Legal Education
- Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Discipline and Disability
- Standards for imposing Paralegal Practitioner Sanctions
- Licensing
- IOLPPTA Accounts
- Resolution of Fee Disputes
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Module 2 :: Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Rules of Professional Conduct |
- Client-LPP Relationship Terminology
- Client-LPP Relationship
- Counselor
- Advocate
- Transactions with Persons Other than Clients
- Firms and Associations
- Public Service
- Information About Legal Services
- Maintaining the Integrity of the Profession
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This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. The Ethics course covers topics such as the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, professionalism, and the disciplinary process. This course is required for the Licensed Paralegal Practitioner certificate.
COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule.
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- FAMILY LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)
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Fee: $695.00
Format: Self-Paced Online
Instructor: Christopher Martinez
Course Length: 20 Weeks
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Program Overview |
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
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This course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody. The course places an emphasis on substantive law, forms, and procedures utilized by LPP's in assisting people in matters of divorce, child custody, and other family laws in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 500 focused on family law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam. |
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The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Family Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
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This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. The Family Law for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody. |
Module 1 :: Overview of Family Law |
- Introduction to Family Law
- Preliminary Considerations
- Jurisdiction & Venue
- Initial Paperwork for Filing
- Divorce Education/Orientatio
- Financial Declaration
- Mediation
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Property & Debt Division
- Motion for Order to Show Cause NKA MOtion to Enforce Order and Sanctions
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Christopher Martinez
Christopher Martinez has been a domestic relations staff attorney with Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake since to present. He feels privileged to work with future LPP's in this professional course through Utah Valley University and to take a small role in facilitating the positive impact you will be able to have in the lives of people and their families in your future career. He was a paralegal in the Family Law Clinic for Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake County while preparing for the Bar exam. Christopher has worked exclusively in the area of family law and, through working at a non-profit, is very aware of the potential for LLP's to bring legal services to areas where there are physical and financial obstacles for the public to access legal services. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Utah in 2008 and his Juris Doctorate from Hamline University School of Law in 2011.
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This course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody. The course places an emphasis on substantive law, forms, and procedures utilized by LPP's in assisting people in matters of divorce, child custody, and other family laws in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 500 focused on family law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule.
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- LANDLORD/TENANT LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)
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Program Overview |
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
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Landlord Tenant Law: This course focus’s specific family law matters, such as temporary separation, divorce, parentage, cohabitant abuse, civil stalking, custody and support, name or gender change, and petitions to recognize a relationship as a marriage. The Landlord/Tenant Law for License Paralegal Practitioners course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant property law. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on landlord/tenant law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam. |
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The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Landlord/Tenant Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all of the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website. |
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This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. This Course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant law for property in Utah. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. |
Module 1 :: Landlord-Tenant Overivew |
- Unlawful Detainer
- The Notice
- Court - Complaint and Service
- Court - Answer and Counterclaim
- Court - Immediate Occupancy Hearing and/or Trial
- Return of Personal Property
- Utah Fair Housing Act
- Utah Fit Premises Act
- Mobile HOme Park Rights and the Eviction Process
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Module 2 :: Using the Landlord/Tenant Forms |
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Instructor Bio |
Jacob Kent
Jacob Kent graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 2011. He started his legal career representing victims of domestic violence with protective orders, divorce, and custody actions. Jacob joined Utah Legal Services in 2014 as a staff attorney. He currently works in its housing and consumer units. He represents tenants in housing authority administrative proceedings. He also represents tenants in state eviction proceedings, including tenants that live in federally subsidized properties, section 42 properties, and mobile homes. Jacob is currently a member of the Utah State Bar, Utah Court Committee on Resources for Self-represented Parties, and Adjunct Faculty Member of Utah Valley University.
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This course focus’s specific family law matters, such as temporary separation, divorce, parentage, cohabitant abuse, civil stalking, custody and support, name or gender change, and petitions to recognize a relationship as a marriage. The Landlord/Tenant Law for License Paralegal Practitioners course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant property law. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on landlord/tenant law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule.
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