Torts, Criminal Law, & Procedures
PREREQUISITE
High School or General Equivalency Diploma
COMPLETION TIME
On Average: 3-6 Months
STUDY METHOD
Online
TUITION
$413.00
The Torts, Criminal Law & Procedures certificate course is designed for legal professionals who want to learn more about the issues affecting our society and their legal ramifications. You will learn about the complex subject of torts, and how torts are civil wrongs committed against individuals and against people in general. The various classes of wrongs, such as negligence and defamation, are covered. You will also discover the difference between such civil injuries and crimes, including homicide, larceny, kidnapping, and extortion. Pleadings and practice in civil actions and criminal procedure are also explored, explaining how cases are presented in court and defended. Additionally, this course covers critical thinking, a soft skill that consists of a variety of interpersonal and analytical skills to help improve your ability to absorb, analyze, and make informed decisions.
Course Outcomes
- Identify common learning strategies
- Outline the aspects of torts
- Identify legal cause, negligence, and deceit
- Demonstrate an understanding of civil and criminal defamation
- Distinguish a crime from a tort and list the three classes of crime
- Describe larceny and identify the three degrees of larceny
- Provide examples of actions to recover damages in civil suits
- Identify legal terms related to civil actions and criminal procedure
- Explain the process of criminal procedure
- Develop critical thinking skills
Materials Provided
Blackstone makes it easy for you to complete the Torts, Criminal Law, & Procedures course by providing all of the materials needed. See further details below:
- Blackstone’s Skills for Success – Study Unit
- Torts – Study Unit
- Criminal Law – Study Unit
- Pleadings and Practice in Civil Actions, Criminal Procedures – Study Unit
- Critical Thinking Skills – Study Unit
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 chat real-time with other students, participate in online discussions, take exams at your convenience, receive instantaneous Grade Reports, and up-to-the-minute news about Blackstone Career Institute.
BCI is committed to providing quality, relevant, and affordable distance education programs that focus on the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level careers, professional development, or personal goals.
Select The Payment Option That Works For You
FULL PAYMENT
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413
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Total $413
Full Payment Plan total costs includes $413.00 Tuition.
6 month autopayment plan requires a down payment of $59.00 with 6 monthly payments of $59.
Refund Policy
At Blackstone, our student service team focuses on student satisfaction. However, if you choose not to continue your studies we offer a refund policy. Cancellations within the first 5 days of enrollment receive a full refund. After the first 5 days your refund amount is based on tuition collected, lessons completed and enrollment date. Learn more about our refund policy.
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Choosing a school that is accredited is crucial. Accreditation is the primary way that students, families, the public and government officials know that an institution provides quality education, student support, and fiscal integrity.
What Accreditation Means For You
By attending an accredited school:
You are assured a quality education and institutional accountability.
Your credential will be recognized by employers, professional certificate organizations, and other higher learning institutions.
You can access tuition/funding benefits, including Military benefits.
Regional and National Accreditation
Blackstone Career Institute is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (MSA) and nationally accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). MSA and DEAC are recognized members of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Blackstone Career Institute has proudly maintained accreditation since 2005.
FAQs
Enrolling at Blackstone is easy, with our open enrollment you can enroll anytime. To qualify, a high school diploma or an equivalent along with access to a Microsoft Windows compatible PC or MAC with Internet access is needed. All applicants must complete our Enrollment Agreement along with the required down payment for processing. Applications will be processed only if they are accompanied with the required payment. If you have any questions, please contact Student Services at 800-826-9228 or schedule a one-on-one with admissions.
Blackstone offers affordable, interest-free payment plan options but is not a Title 1V school that accepts FAFSA or Pell Grants. Students may also apply for tuition reimbursement from their employer or check with their State and Local Assistance. Learn more here
Blackstone has open-enrollment, meaning you do not have to wait for a start date. Students can enroll online anytime by clicking here, call Admissions Monday – Thursday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET at 800.826.9228, or scheduling an appointment here.
Students who pay in full for their program will have access to all of their materials once enrolled. Students who enroll under a monthly payment plan will have access to a new unit every month upon making their monthly payment.
For curriculum questions, contact our Education Department by sending an e-mail to instructor@blackstone.edu, for additional questions regarding our online programs, email student services at info@blackstone.edu.
As a true distance education school, we are unable to provide job placement. We do feel confident that our online programs provide the education needed to qualify for entry-level employment. Our Career Center offers students and graduates resources to prepare and search for successful employment.
