Justice Institute of British Columbia

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Law Enforcement Studies

Justice Institute of British Columbia

Faculty:School of Criminal Justice & Security
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Criminal Justice/Police Science
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,000

Non-refundable application fee: $75. Tuition fee: $502.62 per course. Learner Services Fee: $17.47 per course. Year 1: Applied Law Enforcement I driver training fee $216.49. Year 2: Applied Law Enforcement II range fee $147.50. Textbooks & equipment: approximately $800 (purchased from JIBC Store).

Total cost to the learner for the two-year LESD program is estimated at $12,000.

Careers:Commissioned Police OfficersPolice Officers

Description:

Law enforcement is complex, sometimes dangerous, often challenging and always open to public scrutiny and comment. Today, an increasing number of employees in public and private organizations are called upon to perform specialized investigation, enforcement and regulatory compliance functions that complement those performed by police and other peace officers. These public and private officials address issues that are increasingly more sophisticated, organized and technically challenging than in the past. The specialized mandates and issues faced by these officials requires a knowledge base and set of competencies that are somewhat different from, but generally complementary to, those required by police officers.

The goal of the Law Enforcement Studies Diploma Program is to provide you with the theoretical background, applied skills and specialized knowledge required to become a superior candidate in a recruiting process and to increase your chances of success at the entry-level employment stage in a range of investigation and law enforcement occupations. Our graduates who pursue a law enforcement career are making a difference in a wide range of organizations, agencies and departments.



Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Applicants are required to have proof of high school graduation with a minimum grade of a C in English 12 or equivalent. Applicants in Grade 12 can submit their latest interim report card as part of their application until they receive their high school transcript.



Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 220] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 560] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83]
Application Notes : If English is not your first language, you are required to submit an LPI score of 4 or greater; submission of a TOEFL evaluation showing a score of 220 or greater (if computer-based), 560 or greater (if paper-based), or 83 or greater (if internet-based); or equivalent demonstration of proficiency in the English language.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
Applicants are required to submit an essay of 250 words outlining the reasons why they wish to be students in the Law Enforcement Studies Diploma program. In addition, applicants are required to submit three letters of reference from non-family members (Download the LESD Confidential Letter of Reference Form and follow the directions on the form). An in-person interview and assessment to determine suitability may be required. Related work experience and/or study will enhance your application. Please visit the website for complete program requirements.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 25, 2019