Paralegal Studies Program Standard:A qualified faculty member in paralegal studies meets the educational component of the program standard through one of three routes:1. Possesses an earned Juris Doctor degree, from a regionally accredited institution or2. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in paralegal studies or a related field, or3. Possesses an earned associate degree in paralegal studies and a baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institutionAnd, faculty meeting one of the educational criteria above must also have one of the following:? Professional licensure in the field; or Two years of directly related work experience.