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Medical Professional Legal Consultant
Starting at:
$1,295
Take your medical skills and expertise to a new level as a legal advisor
Flexible 100% online class
24/7 course accessibility
Complete in just 7 weeks
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Grow your career in legal
This exciting online program prepares medical professionals for careers in the legal field as Medical Professional Legal Consultants (MPLCs). Build on your medical education and clinical experience with advanced skills to advise law firms, insurance companies and governmental agencies regarding medical-related issues and to appear in court as expert witness.
Any medical professional interested in entering the legal field can benefit from the education provided by our Medical Professional Legal Consultant Course. The course is also open to anyone interested in the field of forensic testimony and medical-legal issues. This program is designed for physician assistants (PAs), pharmacists, optometrists, dentists, chiropractors, paramedics and other medical professionals.
This activity has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 45 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 6/27/2022 to 6/16/2023. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
DISCLAIMER: CLS by BARBRI, is not affiliated with, nor do we endorse, any entity producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by or used on patients.
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Medical Professional Legal Consultant Training Course Webinar — This session was recorded on January 26, 2022.
Flexible, affordable and effective legal training
100% online education
For over 40 years, CLS has provided students with quality legal education catered to busy lifestyles. The Medical Professional Legal Consultant Training Course is offered 100% online, so you can complete your coursework on your terms, while still benefiting from regular instructor and peer interaction.
90% of past students agree that CLS by BARBRI courses are more affordable than other programs.
This course is offered in a convenient online format that can be accessed from any computer with internet access. Online sessions are offered every 8 weeks throughout the year.
- Review the material as many times as necessary for full retention of the information.
- Student benefits from direct interaction with the instructor and other students by way of email and a discussion board.
- Student has 7 weeks to complete the online course.
- Students upload assignments to the course for instructor review.
- Once registered, your password and access information will be sent in time for the start of class.
- Order books online.
- This activity has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 45 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 6/27/2022 to 6/16/2023. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Review the Online Medical Professional Legal Consultant Training Course syllabus to learn more.
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- WESTLAW legal research access. Please call 1-800-522-7737 for more information. Order Online.
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Learning outcomes
As a skilled medical professional, you have the knowledge and expertise to assess whether the appropriate standard of medical care has been delivered. Take the next step to learn legal concepts related to the healthcare industry and the role a legal consultant might play in litigation areas such as medical malpractice, toxic torts, product liability, personal injury, wrongful death, criminal law and workers’ compensation.
Career outlook
The innovative Medical Professional Legal Consultant profession utilizes the existing medical education and clinical experience of medical professionals and hones their valuable skills for the legal field. A career as a Medical Professional Legal Consultant is your opportunity to work in a variety of industries and increase your earning potential. Learn more.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a High School Diploma or GED to take CLS courses?
CLS courses are designed for adult students and are taught on a college level. Minimum requirements to take any of our courses are a high school diploma or GED, and to be 18 years of age prior to enrollment.
Can I get financial aid?
Traditional financial aid (Pell grants, Stafford Loans, etc.) usually do not apply to these courses due to their continuing education status. Please view our Payment Options information to explore possible options.
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