course starts with an explanation of the structure of US immigration law and The course will touch on all areas of immigration law and practice focusing on topics most relevant to those serving and representing low-income immigrants. A limited number of scholarships are available for staff of MIRA organizational members upon demonstration of financial need. In addition to requiring one formal overview training for initial accreditation, the DOJ has also addressed what issues it considers to be part of core training on immigration law. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of business and corporate law; Perform legal analysis in the context of business and corporate law; Communicate effectively on topics related to business and corporate law; Demonstrate an understanding of the interconnection between the world of business and finance and that of business and corporate law, and how they affect other areas of law and society. Call (734) 239-6863, press 1 (Monday through Thursday). CLINIC regularly offers additional trainings (webinar, webinar series, e-course, in-person) which address specific issues in immigration law covering topics of common interest to immigration legal practitioners and a review of the latest developments in immigration law and procedure. Oral Presentations
This 8-week online course teaches the skills needed for hands-on work in an immigration legal program. CLINIC offers an intensive six-week e-course for the aspiring or new practitioner who is prepared to make the time commitment required to fully participate in this course and complete its requirements. The training will be simulcast at two locations in Michigan: Detroit and Grand Rapids. The course is fully up-to-date and addresses the Executive Orders and other policies implemented by the new administration. 40-Hour Basic Immigration TrainingSeptember 12 - 16, 2022Akron, PA, Mennonite Central Committee, U.S.Akron, PA Coordinator: Saulo Padilla (717) 859-1151 immigration.mcc.org, IPI #27 San AntonioOctober 24 - 28, 2022San Antonio, TX, Immigrant HopeMinneapolis, MN Coordinator: Karla Hannant (612) 516-5422karla.hannant [at] immigranthope.orgwww.immigranthope.org, Illinois Coalition for Immig/Refugee Rts Chicago, ILInstructor: Fred Tsao (312) 332-7360 x213 ftsao [at] icirr.org www.icirr.org, World Relief Baltimore, MDCoordinator: Sarah Bankard (443) 451-1937 sbankard [at] wr.orgwww.worldrelief.org, Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition Nashville, TNContact: Camila Fyler (615) 873-0326 camila [at] tnimmigrant.org, Abundant Living Ministries (ALM) Immigration Services Pembroke Pines, FLContact: Frances Thomas (954) 680-2500 Ext. We develop and sustain a network of nonprofit programs that serve close to 500,000 immigrants every year. If you are not non-profit staff seeking accreditation or an attorney, please contact us before registering so we can help you determine if this training is appropriate for you. A gift to where needed most supports the breadth of MCCs work meeting urgent needs and building stronger, healthier communities. Stories and photos from MCC delivered to your inbox once a month. Analyze case files and complete four common family-based immigration application packets. Busca asistencia de abogados de inmigracin? When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Single occupancy is $300 USD (6 nights @ $50 per night). Attendance is required. to LawShelfs video-course in the basics of immigration law. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. CLINIC offers a course that meets this requirement: Comprehensive Overview Immigration Law (COIL) e-learning course. we invite you to explore stories from MCCs decades of work around the world, Welcoming PlaceCOVID Recommendations and Guidelines. CLINIC trains legal representatives who provide high-quality andaffordable immigration legal services. COVID protocolThis training will be conducted in person at the MCC Welcoming Place in Akron, PA. EARN COLLEGE CREDIT FOR ONLY $35 A COURSE WITH LAWSHELF! required. They are not eligible for return/refund. This All rights reserved. 
We are based out of Silver Spring, Maryland (Washington, D.C. metropolitan area), with an office in Oakland, California, and additional staff working from locations throughout the country. If you have questions about registration and logistics, please contactkirstindemello@mcc.org. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. The course information is provided via video instruction, articles and practice advisories, sample forms and letters, and quick-reference resources such as charts, checklists, or templates. Constitutional Law If you have questions about a particular course, contact the person listed on the course flier for more information about the training content. In this introductory module, we will discuss short term entry in the United States. For this reason, an applicant for full-accredited representative status needs to show the DOJ that she or he has legal research and writing skills and training in trial and appellate advocacy. Then, we will discuss possible reasons for deportation or removal. 2022 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of the varied legal aspects of public interest law; Perform legal analysis in the context of public interest law; Communicate effectively on topics related to public interest law; Demonstrate an understanding of how public interest law is connected to and affected by a wide variety of legal and regulatory structures and doctrines. Open-Book. American University Washington College of Law, OUR NEXT COURSE WILL LIKELY BE OFFERED IN SUMMER 2021, Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Affinity Relations, Consumer Information (ABA Required Disclosures). (So, the total cost of the training will be either $490 or $530 in two separate payments -- one to us and one to ILRC.). To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. )Cnh^yrkGl8Z{l
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This includes routes to permanent resident status, inadmissibility grounds and waivers, the removal process and relief from removal, humanitarian remedies and naturalization, as well as practice skills including research and writing, interviewing, case management, and ethics. This online program is designed to provide the international community with an understanding of the structure and operations of the U.S. immigration system, including family- and employment-based visas, humanitarian protections, the deportation process, and more. Participants begin with an overview, followed by the ethics module. MIRA will assess public health guidance closer to the start of the program and may decide to pivot to a fully remote training. Visit ourtraining calendarto learn about upcoming trainings. Welcome Well also look For the remainder of the course modules, participants are able to choose their preferred order. The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA), The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), The Immigrant Legal Resources Center (ILRC). confident that this course will give you a solid background in immigration law DOJnotes that renewal requests should provide documentation that the accredited representative has received additional formal training in immigration law since the most recent accreditation. CLINIC has sponsored court skills training for non-attorney legal workers in the past and may provide this training again, depending on demand. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. In addition to extended courses on core immigration issues, CLINIC also regularly offers webinars on specialized topics in immigration law. Then, we will discuss the various ways to obtain lawful permanent resident status. Frequently Asked Questions - Permanent Family Member, Cancellation of Removal for Permanent Residents (Lawful). Lower Level in categories: Homeland Security or Legal Technology.
This means that you need to have an immigration law background that enables you to spot issues or remedies that may relate to services not provided by your agency. Please note:Dates marked IN PERSON will tentatively be held in person at a location in or near Boston, accessible by public transportation. The training will feature legal experts in various aspects of immigration law. The course includes immigration law content related to humanitarian and asylum issues, family, business, adjustment of status and consular processing, removal and relief, and naturalization and citizenship. Becoming accredited requires an immigration law fundamentals course along with additional trainings and practical experience.Additionally, we are also hoping to train attorneys who are interested in and committed to pro bono representation. Lodging optionsLodging is available at the Welcoming Place, a conference and meeting center at MCC. When your registration is confirmed, you will receive an e-mail with information about paying the course registration fee of $220 and how to purchase required course materials. Yes, you need to participate in training on an ongoing basis after becoming an accredited representative. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of administrative and regulatory law and the administrative process, including the role of statutory authorization and work of administrative agencies; Perform legal analysis in the context of administrative and regulatory law; Communicate effectively on topics related to administrative and regulatory law; Demonstrate an understanding of the role administrative and regulatory law play in our legal system and in society as a whole. Best Relief, development and peace in the name of Christ, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a worldwide ministry of Anabaptist churches, shares God's love and compassion for all in the name of Christ by responding to basic human needs and working for peace and justice.. Well also look at how refugees and asylum seekers can earn green cards. This course begins by exploring short term entry and long term entry into the United States. Public Interest If you miss a class for any reason, it is still your responsibility to make up the work missed. Mennonite Central Commitee Welcoming Place, Give a gift that changes lives, supporting, The training will be conducted using the curriculum of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). Business and Corporate Law survey of immigration law, from illegal entrants to legal nonimmigrant entrants
We will also examine exclusion and deportation in the United States. MIRAs State Legislative Priorities 2021-2022. As it has for more than 30 years, CLINIC will fight for the rights of immigrants. in Ypsilanti, Grand Rapids, and Kalamazoo. This 40-hour Basic Immigration Law Training will cover a wide range of topics in immigration law, including naturalization, family-based visas, admissibility and deportability issues, legal ethics, and running a legal practice. 13648 0 obj
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Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of constitutional law; Perform legal analysis in the context of constitutional law; Communicate effectively on topics related to constitutional law; Demonstrate an understanding of constitutional law affects other areas of law. tNHN0b%( Mq.mJK Requirements for applying for Department of Justice (DOJ) recognition and accreditation will be discussed during the training week. (There is a limited number of spots for private attorneys or paralegals working for private law firms.). We hope you will join us. Read student feedback from prior sessions of the course. We estimate that the homework and assigned reading will take students 3-6 hours per week to complete and we discourage registration by those who will not have time to complete it. *Parking is not included, When your registration is confirmed, you will receive an e-mail with information about paying the course registration fee of $220 and how to purchase required course materials.Coursematerials are sold by the ILRC at a cost of $270 for hard copy only or PDF only, or $310 for the hard copy/PDF combo. MIRC and Michigan United are teaming up again to present an immigration law fundamentals trainingusing course materials from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). This includes family petitions, self petitions, employer based petitions, asylum petitions, special immigrant juvenile status, and the diversity visa program. endstream
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Well also go over the various federal Read through our frequently asked questions to get started. Participants are encouraged to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Laptop--you will need to accessresources online during the training. More questions? It's been 100 years since we first started responding to basic human needs in southern Russia (present-day Ukraine). Lastly, we will cover the process of how to become a United States citizen and the various requirements for naturalization. See our IRS Group Exemption, Terms and Conditions, and Privacy Policy. Edition: 9th Publisher: West ISBN: 978168467750 Required
Refund Policy: All online content purchases are final. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. international law and American law deals with them. Course completion also requires achieving a passing grade on an open-book final exam. Llame al (734) 239-6863, oprima 1 (lunes a jueves). This will help participants in the process of obtaining DOJ recognition and accreditation. Equity and Inclusion Embracing the Gospel value of welcoming the stranger, CLINIC promotes the dignity and protects the rights of immigrants in partnership with a dedicated network of Catholic and community legal immigration programs. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. This course is a 90-minute rapid e-course that provides a very basic orientation to core immigration law concepts and information. "Immigration and Nationality Laws of the United States" by Aleinikoff, et al. Sign up to receive notifications of upcoming trainings and webinars, as well as other updates you would like to receive via email. All Rights Reserved. We will start by discussing the difference between short term entry and long term entry. Welcome to this course on U.S. Immigration Law! Who can attend?Due to the requirements of the recognition and accreditation application process, we recommend that only individuals with U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, or other long-term immigration status apply for this training., Preference will be given to staff of not-for-profit agencies working in the area of immigration law. Perspectives on the Law endstream
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<. VAWA and U visa applications), you also need to show that you have training directed to that specialty area. Cost includes trip from and to the respective airport. We also have established a growing list of partner colleges that guarantee LawShelf credit transfers, including Excelsior College, Thomas Edison State University, University of Maryland Global Campus, Purdue University Global, and DeVry University. Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule. 2019. Help representatives gain crucial training. Now, we continue to work for relief, development and peace all over the world. Overall, a course participant should expect to spend between 8 and 10 hours each week to attend or listen to recordings of the weekly webinars, and complete the corresponding course activities. Module Usted es inmigrante y tiene quejas de empleo o preguntas sobre sus derechos laborales? The training will be conducted using the curriculum of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). This course has been evaluated and recommended for 3 credits by the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS), and may be transferred to over 1,500 colleges and universities. 90% Exam, Exam
We will then cover the various requirements for naturalization. In particular, we will discuss how and why individuals may not be admitted into the United States and possible reasons for deportation or removal. 
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We are based out of Silver Spring, Maryland (Washington, D.C. metropolitan area), with an office in Oakland, California, and additional staff working from locations throughout the country. If you have questions about registration and logistics, please contactkirstindemello@mcc.org. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. The course information is provided via video instruction, articles and practice advisories, sample forms and letters, and quick-reference resources such as charts, checklists, or templates. Constitutional Law If you have questions about a particular course, contact the person listed on the course flier for more information about the training content. In this introductory module, we will discuss short term entry in the United States. For this reason, an applicant for full-accredited representative status needs to show the DOJ that she or he has legal research and writing skills and training in trial and appellate advocacy. Then, we will discuss possible reasons for deportation or removal. 2022 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of the varied legal aspects of public interest law; Perform legal analysis in the context of public interest law; Communicate effectively on topics related to public interest law; Demonstrate an understanding of how public interest law is connected to and affected by a wide variety of legal and regulatory structures and doctrines. Open-Book. American University Washington College of Law, OUR NEXT COURSE WILL LIKELY BE OFFERED IN SUMMER 2021, Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Affinity Relations, Consumer Information (ABA Required Disclosures). (So, the total cost of the training will be either $490 or $530 in two separate payments -- one to us and one to ILRC.). To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. )Cnh^yrkGl8Z{l
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This includes routes to permanent resident status, inadmissibility grounds and waivers, the removal process and relief from removal, humanitarian remedies and naturalization, as well as practice skills including research and writing, interviewing, case management, and ethics. This online program is designed to provide the international community with an understanding of the structure and operations of the U.S. immigration system, including family- and employment-based visas, humanitarian protections, the deportation process, and more. Participants begin with an overview, followed by the ethics module. MIRA will assess public health guidance closer to the start of the program and may decide to pivot to a fully remote training. Visit ourtraining calendarto learn about upcoming trainings. Welcome Well also look For the remainder of the course modules, participants are able to choose their preferred order. The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA), The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), The Immigrant Legal Resources Center (ILRC). confident that this course will give you a solid background in immigration law DOJnotes that renewal requests should provide documentation that the accredited representative has received additional formal training in immigration law since the most recent accreditation. CLINIC has sponsored court skills training for non-attorney legal workers in the past and may provide this training again, depending on demand. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. In addition to extended courses on core immigration issues, CLINIC also regularly offers webinars on specialized topics in immigration law. Then, we will discuss the various ways to obtain lawful permanent resident status. Frequently Asked Questions - Permanent Family Member, Cancellation of Removal for Permanent Residents (Lawful). Lower Level in categories: Homeland Security or Legal Technology.
This means that you need to have an immigration law background that enables you to spot issues or remedies that may relate to services not provided by your agency. Please note:Dates marked IN PERSON will tentatively be held in person at a location in or near Boston, accessible by public transportation. The training will feature legal experts in various aspects of immigration law. The course includes immigration law content related to humanitarian and asylum issues, family, business, adjustment of status and consular processing, removal and relief, and naturalization and citizenship. Becoming accredited requires an immigration law fundamentals course along with additional trainings and practical experience.Additionally, we are also hoping to train attorneys who are interested in and committed to pro bono representation. Lodging optionsLodging is available at the Welcoming Place, a conference and meeting center at MCC. When your registration is confirmed, you will receive an e-mail with information about paying the course registration fee of $220 and how to purchase required course materials. Yes, you need to participate in training on an ongoing basis after becoming an accredited representative. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a core understanding of administrative and regulatory law and the administrative process, including the role of statutory authorization and work of administrative agencies; Perform legal analysis in the context of administrative and regulatory law; Communicate effectively on topics related to administrative and regulatory law; Demonstrate an understanding of the role administrative and regulatory law play in our legal system and in society as a whole. Best Relief, development and peace in the name of Christ, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a worldwide ministry of Anabaptist churches, shares God's love and compassion for all in the name of Christ by responding to basic human needs and working for peace and justice.. Well also look at how refugees and asylum seekers can earn green cards. This course begins by exploring short term entry and long term entry into the United States. Public Interest If you miss a class for any reason, it is still your responsibility to make up the work missed. Mennonite Central Commitee Welcoming Place, Give a gift that changes lives, supporting, The training will be conducted using the curriculum of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). Business and Corporate Law survey of immigration law, from illegal entrants to legal nonimmigrant entrants
We will also examine exclusion and deportation in the United States. MIRAs State Legislative Priorities 2021-2022. As it has for more than 30 years, CLINIC will fight for the rights of immigrants. in Ypsilanti, Grand Rapids, and Kalamazoo. This 40-hour Basic Immigration Law Training will cover a wide range of topics in immigration law, including naturalization, family-based visas, admissibility and deportability issues, legal ethics, and running a legal practice. 13648 0 obj
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Well also go over the various federal Read through our frequently asked questions to get started. Participants are encouraged to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Laptop--you will need to accessresources online during the training. More questions? It's been 100 years since we first started responding to basic human needs in southern Russia (present-day Ukraine). Lastly, we will cover the process of how to become a United States citizen and the various requirements for naturalization. See our IRS Group Exemption, Terms and Conditions, and Privacy Policy. Edition: 9th Publisher: West ISBN: 978168467750 Required
Refund Policy: All online content purchases are final. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. international law and American law deals with them. Course completion also requires achieving a passing grade on an open-book final exam. Llame al (734) 239-6863, oprima 1 (lunes a jueves). This will help participants in the process of obtaining DOJ recognition and accreditation. Equity and Inclusion Embracing the Gospel value of welcoming the stranger, CLINIC promotes the dignity and protects the rights of immigrants in partnership with a dedicated network of Catholic and community legal immigration programs. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. This course is a 90-minute rapid e-course that provides a very basic orientation to core immigration law concepts and information. "Immigration and Nationality Laws of the United States" by Aleinikoff, et al. Sign up to receive notifications of upcoming trainings and webinars, as well as other updates you would like to receive via email. All Rights Reserved. We will start by discussing the difference between short term entry and long term entry. Welcome to this course on U.S. Immigration Law! Who can attend?Due to the requirements of the recognition and accreditation application process, we recommend that only individuals with U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, or other long-term immigration status apply for this training., Preference will be given to staff of not-for-profit agencies working in the area of immigration law. Perspectives on the Law endstream
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We will then cover the various requirements for naturalization. In particular, we will discuss how and why individuals may not be admitted into the United States and possible reasons for deportation or removal. Administrative and Regulatory Law The pageincludes exclusive content and tools that will help you as a legal practitioner.
6'1bp2!0= "Immigration and Citizenship" by Aleinikoff, et al. at a cost of $270 for hard copy only or PDF only, or $310 for the hard copy/PDF combo. Well discuss the eligibility criteria and the process to obtain this coveted