The program is web based – how does the Advanced Paralegal Certification Board know the person who completed the course is the person who will receive the certification credential?
As a practical matter, the courses are designed so that one person must complete the course – it would be difficult for more than one participant because the information builds on itself and because of the nature of the exercises. The Advanced Paralegal Certification Board gave much consideration to this issue and kept focusing on the fact that the programs are designed for those who have the CLA/CP credential. These individuals have already signed statements that they would follow the NALA Code of Ethics and ethical requirements of paralegals within their state. Falsification of any of this information could result in loss of the CLA/CP credential. In addition, course registrants will be required to complete a learning contract. This contract includes an agreement to abide by the code of ethics of NALA, and lists activities expected of the course participants. Finally, upon completion of a course, a paralegal will be required to submit a statement of completion. The statement is an at
