Academics

Criminal Legal Practice Certificate Program

Pepperdine's Criminal Legal Practice Certificate Program allows students contemplating a career as a prosecutor or criminal defense attorney to pursue a course of study to enhance their substantive knowledge of criminal law and procedure as well as their trial and appellate advocacy skills. Students earning the Certificate will have received the training necessary to "hit the ground running" as they enter this legal specialty. The Certificate is tangible assurance to prospective employers that those who have completed this rigorous program will possess both the substantive knowledge and skills essential in this highly specialized field.

Students wishing to participate in the program need to send an email to Harry.Caldwell@pepperdine.edu to set up an appointment.