Protection, Security and Investigation Co-op Overview

Co-op Format

Learn more about Protection, Security and Investigation

Co-op Delivery and Fees

This program has an optional co-op, as part of the program of study. The annual co-op fee structure can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.

For questions, please contact the Co-op Specialist listed at the bottom of the webpage.

Driver's License and Vehicle

Please note that many of co-op positions for this program require that students have a valid driver’s license ('G' class preferred) and access to a vehicle.

Co-op Designation

This program offers three co-op work term opportunities but requires two completed co-op work terms for the co-op designation.

Work Term Capabilities

(which do not reflect individual work experiences & exposures)

• Basic knowledge of Criminal Code of Canada and Provincial Statutes
• Criminal and Civil Law
• Canadian Criminal Justice System
• Canadian court and justice systems
• Federal and Provincial Correctional System
• Arrest authorities in private and corporate security; government security
• Emergency management theory
• Issues in Criminology
• Basic use of Behaviour Management, Safety, and De-escalation Training
• Investigation and surveillance principles, techniques, procedures, evidence gathering and reporting, policy design and management
• Electronic security
• Interviewing techniques
• Group dynamics, social and psychological awareness in public and private security
• Diversity and First Nations
• Conflict management and resolution
• Physical fitness training and wellness planning
• Understanding of CBSA (Canadian Border Services Agency) purpose and core function
• Preparatory studies for external accreditation of licensing requirements exam

For further information, please contact:

Trent Jarvis, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2171
Email: Trent.Jarvis [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Trent Jarvis)