Shape the Future. Serve Your Community. Start at Dallas College.
The School of Law and Public Service at Dallas College is where passion meets purpose.
Whether you're driven to uphold justice, advocate for others, or lead in public service, our programs are designed to prepare you for meaningful careers in criminal justice, paralegal studies, public administration and social work.
At Dallas College, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from industry professionals, and build the skills for a rewarding career. With flexible learning options, affordable tuition, and strong transfer pathways, we make it easier than ever to start or advance your career.
“The program not only fulfilled my CE requirements but also motivated me to seek postgraduate degrees in alternative dispute resolution/conflict resolution. The instructors have a wealth of experience and are passionate about the industry, which translates well in the classroom and adds to the learning experience.” Read Karen's story.
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School of Law and Public Service Areas of Study
Conflict Management
Learn conflict resolution and negotiation at Dallas College. Develop skills that benefit any career field while improving interpersonal relationships. Expert faculty with real-world experience guide your success.
Criminal Justice
Dallas College Criminal Justice offers career certificates, university transfer courses, and Law Enforcement Academy training. Prepare for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and security fields.
Fire Protection Technology
Fire Protection Technology could be the start of a rewarding new career for you — or give you valuable advancement potential if you’re already working in public service.
Government
Study government at Dallas College with courses in federal and Texas government, constitutions, and political systems. Essential liberal arts foundation for university transfer or personal enrichment.
History
Explore history at Dallas College with courses in Texas, U.S., world civilizations, and Mexican-American history. Analyze past events to understand the present for university transfer or personal growth.
Paralegal
Dallas College’s is one of only a few paralegal programs in the state approved by the American Bar Association and is designed to teach you to work as a paralegal to attorneys.
Peace and Human Rights Studies
Dallas College offers a transferable Associate of Arts emphasis degrees in peace and human rights studies. These awards are designed to meet the needs of students who plan to pursue a major/minor in Human Rights at Southern Methodist University (SMU).
Psychology
Dallas College offers courses in general psychology and lifespan growth and development, while specified colleges offer courses in the psychology of personality, social psychology, personal adjustment, human sexuality and more.
Social Work
Our dual program emphasis in Social Work and Substance Abuse Counseling ensures that you’ll learn both the theory and the practical skills necessary for your future career.
Sociology
Sociology is the scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other.
Learn More About the School of Law and Public Service
Dallas College offers many different avenues for students interested in starting a career, preparing to transfer or just learning a new skill.
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