Diploma of College Studies in Legal Techniques

At Cégep d'Ahuntsic, tuition is CAD 1,800 per session.

This programme is for students aiming to work in legal support roles. It prepares individuals for jobs in law offices, courts, or government agencies. Students learn how to assist lawyers and legal teams with research, documentation, and case management. Practical training is included through assignments and real-world scenarios.

Subjects include civil law, criminal law, legal ethics, and court procedures. Courses cover document drafting, file organization, and using legal databases. Strong writing and communication skills in French are developed. The curriculum emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and professional conduct.

Admission requires a secondary school diploma. Students must have completed CST in 4th year or Math 416. A mandatory French admission test is required if secondary studies were not in French. Applications must be submitted to SRAM by March 1 for the fall session.