Law Studies

Creekview High School
Public Service Endorsement

This strand is offered as part of the Law & Criminal Justice Academy

This four year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.

subject 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th grade
Language Arts English English English English
Math Math Math Math Math
Science Science Science Science Science
Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies
CTE Courses Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security 
(1 credit)
Court Systems and Practices
(1 credit)

Advanced Legal Skills and Professions
OR
Business Law
And/OR
Legal Research & Writing

Dual Credit Options
Introduction to Criminology (DC)
OR
Court Systems and Practices
OR
Ethics in Criminal Justice

Career Preparation
AND/OR DUAL CREDIT OPTIONS BELOW
Cyber Crimes
OR
Special Topics in Criminal Justice
OR
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
(1 credit)
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        

Possible Industry Based Certifications:

  • General Management 
occupations median wage annual openings % growth
Lawyers $126,131 2,801 19%
Paralegal and Legal Assistants $50,544 9,837 19%

The Legal Studies program of study introduces CTE learners to the occupations and educational opportunities related to representing clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, as well as assisting lawyers and preparing legal documents. This program of study explores possible specializations in a single area of law.