High quality education in the shortest time possible - College of Legal Arts is committed to offering you a high quality education in the shortest time possible, allowing you to jump back into the workforce fast. In only a short length of time, you can be working in a position that you enjoy. No matter what program you choose, you will learn to work on both a team and independently, as this reflects the working environment of many modern organizations.
Career placement assistance - One of the main benefits of our school is career placement assistance. Assistance is provided from the first day to help each student identify strengths and overcome barriers to a successful employment search. Prior to graduation, our placement assistance includes training in creating effective resumé and cover letters, researching potential employers, uncovering job openings and interviewing.
About Us
College of Legal Arts
Founded in 1974 - College of Legal Arts (COLA) was initially founded in 1974 because one of Portland's leading court reporting firms recognized the ever-increasing demand for more qualified court reporters. Since then, COLA has enhanced its curriculum to include complete training programs for:
Correctional Officer
Court Reporting
Medical Transcription
Paralegal
The College of Legal Arts is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and is licensed by the Department of Education.
The college is a member of the National Court Reporters Association, Oregon Court Reporters Association, Oregon Legal Assistants Association, American Association of Medical Transcriptionists, American Correctional Association, the Washington Federation of Private Career Schools and Colleges and the American Jail Association.
