Professional Development

Paralegalism is one of the fastest growing careers in the country. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the number of paralegals to increase 15% between 2016 and 2026, much faster than the national average for all occupations. The national median earnings for paralegals is currently $50,940.00/Year and freelance paralegal professionals average significantly more across the board.

Tuition: $1,595
Location: Online

Courses are available to students who wish to extensively build upon their knowledge of law and paralegal studies with classes in specialized facets of contemporary law. Your study and concentration on substantively specific materials will enable you to gain a strong competitive edge over other paralegals. The additional training gained through participation in these advanced classes will embellish your legal knowledge and skills, which in turn should increase your salary and marketability.

*Those who successfully complete at least six advanced topics will be awarded a Certificate of Completion

Tuition: $2,400 or $400 per topic
Location: Online

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Paralegal Certificate Course©

This practical seminar prepares individuals to successfully pass the New York State official notary examination and provides a comprehensive view of the notary public office. Don't miss the unique opportunity to personally learn from Alfred Piombino, "the man who wrote the book." 

Tuition: $129 (includes textbook)
Date: 01/26/21 or  03/18/21
Time: 9:00am - 12:30pm 
Location: Zoom

More Upcoming Dates With Location TBD:

06/08/21
09/24/21
12/10/21

The New York State Superintendent Development Program (NYSSDP) offers instruction and mentoring to assist individuals through the transition to becoming superintendent of schools.  The goal of the program experience is to acculturate participants to the remarkable challenges and rewards of the superintendency, developing graduates prepared to serve the children and school communities of New York State.

DASA is a six (6) hour class that satisfies the seventh state-mandated workshop required for NYS teacher certification.  SSHS is a series of online workshops that satisfies six (6) of the seven (7) state-mandated workshops required for NYS teacher certification

In today’s schools, one leader can not do it all. Educational reforms require a team approach to improving student achievement.  SUNY Oswego's Teacher Leader Academy is a professional growth opportunity that offers the potential for career advancement by exploring leadership practices necessary to become a teacher leader.  

SUNY Oswego's  Leaders of Leaders Program is designed for today's educational administrators who are ready to take their leadership skills to the next level. If you are an educational leader such as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, executive principal, principal, assistant principal, or a director, and you need to refine your skills apply for our next cohort.