Students with criminal charges or convictions for which a pardon has not been granted will be significantly limited in employment opportunities in the field of criminal justice.
About this program
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Credential Awarded: 2 Year Diploma
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Campus: Welland
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Code: 0233 P0233
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Delivery Length: 1 Year
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Do you have a university degree and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in law enforcement and investigations?
As a Police Foundations graduate, you play an active role in the law enforcement system, ensuring public safety by maintaining law and order: protecting members of the public and their property; and preventing, detecting and investigating crime.
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| COMM1180 | Essentials of Writing to be Understood | 3 |
| LAWS1123 | Law Enforcement Principles | 3 |
| PSYC1101 | Psychology | 3 |
| PHIL1329 | Ethics and Code of Conduct | 2 |
| PHED1169 | Fitness and Use of Force Management I | 2 |
| PHED1269 | Fitness and Use of Force Management II | 3 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| CRIM1201 | Criminology | 3 |
| COMM1280 | Communications for Justice Studies II | 3 |
| LAWS1304 | Criminal and Civil Law | 3 |
| SOCL1103 | Sociology and Canadian Society | 3 |
| SOCL1209 | Contemporary Social Issues | 3 |
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Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required |
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| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| LAWS1303 | Police Powers I | 3 |
| LAWS1105 | Canadian Justice System | 3 |
| PFPP1304 | Interviewing and Investigations | 3 |
| PFPP1309 | Criminal Code and Police Services Act | 4 |
| PFPP1311 | Principles of Investigation and Articulation | 2 |
| PFPP1409 | Community Policing | 3 |
| SOCL1430 | Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Canada | 3 |
| PHED1369 | Fitness and Use of Force Management III | 2 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| LAWS1305 | Youth in Conflict with the Law | 3 |
| LAWS1401 | Provincial Offences | 3 |
| LAWS1402 | Criminal Code and Federal Statutes | 2 |
| PFPP1404 | Investigation and Evidence | 3 |
| PFPP1405 | Conflict Management in Law Enforcement | 3 |
| PFPP1410 | Traffic Management | 4 |
| PFPP1411 | Criminal Procedure and Trial Preparation | 2 |
| PHED1469 | Fitness and Use of Force Management IV | 2 |
Program Outcomes Term: 1244
Complete all tasks in compliance with pertinent legislation, as well as policing standards, regulations and guidelines.
Analyze all relevant information and make effective and legally defensible decisions in accordance with ethical and professional standards.
Be accountable for one's actions when carrying out all tasks.
Develop and implement ongoing effective strategies for personal and professional development.
Ensure the respect of human rights and freedoms in all interactions.
Work co-operatively in multidisciplinary teams to achieve mutual goals.
Collaborate in the development and implementation of community policing strategies.
Monitor, evaluate and document behaviours, situations and events accurately and discreetly in compliance with legal, professional, ethical and organizational requirements.
Mitigate risks and maintain order by applying effective strategies in crisis, conflict and emergency situations.
Take positive actions to help crime victims.
Conduct investigations by collecting, documenting, preserving and presenting admissible evidence.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a related discipline (as determined by the College) and
- Proof of English proficiency
Selection and Ranking
Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.
Learn more about admission decisions.
Program Requirements
Computer/Technology Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:
- A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
- Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
- An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
- Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.
Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)
The technology requirements indicate there is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products. Can I still take my program if I have a Macbook or Chromebook?
For most programs, the recommendation is to have a MS Windows 10 computer (as outlined in the "Computer/Technology Requirements" section on this page) for an optimal experience and for ease of downloading academic software. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.
The Microsoft Office suite products that are available free to Niagara College students though Office 365 do have versions that work with Macbooks and Chromebooks, and the majority of internet-based applications will work as well. However, some program-specific software is designed to run on Windows 10, and the successful download of these applications cannot be guaranteed. Our Learning Management System (LMS) at Niagara College is Blackboard, and while students can access Blackboard through an internet browser, for some assignments and tests there is a layer of security that uses a proctored browser. The proctored browser will not function on Macbooks nor Chromebooks.
Students assume the risk of a compromised virtual experience if they choose to participate without the recommended technology.
Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.
All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.
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Pathways
Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Police Foundations (Advanced Standing) program below.
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NC Pathway
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NC PathwayAdvanced Standing in:Niagara College — Protection, Security and Investigation - Customs Border Services
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NC Pathway
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From NC toGriffith University — Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice Australia
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From NC toRoyal Roads University — Bachelor of Arts in Justice Studies Canada
For detailed information about these pathway options visit niagaracollege.ca/pathways/.
Did you know?
Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.
Tuition
The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition fees are set in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities fee guidelines.
Year: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level three $2,556.00
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,357.49
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,104.95
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Material Fees
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$93.56
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Level three Total
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$2,556.00
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Level four $2,114.44
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,357.49
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Ancillary Fees
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$756.95
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Material Fees
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$0.00
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Level four Total
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$2,114.44
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Year 1 Total: $4,670.44
Estimated Program Total:
$4,670.44
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