Community and Justice Services - 286 - 288
OSAP Eligible
Overview
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This program is not currently accepting applications. You may want to check out similar programs, including:
- Advanced Police Studies - 226
- Police Foundations - 218-258
- Protection, Security and Investigation - 293-294
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Program Highlights
- Learn from professors connected to the industry in practical and scenario-based labs
- Field trips to Federal and Provincial Correctional facilities
- Training in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Understanding & Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB)
- After graduating, students will have many career opportunities in the justice field, including:
- Correctional Officer (provincial or federal)
- Youth Services Counsellor
- Crisis Intervention Officer
- Adult Residential Worker
- Probation and Parole Officer
- Victim Services Worker Case Manager
- Receive a dual diploma in Police Foundations or Protection, Security and Investigation with one additional year.
Discover Community and Justice Services at Mohawk College
What you'll learn
- Develop health, wellness, fitness and stress reduction skills relevant to emergency service careers.
- Explore both the community and institutional sectors of the criminal justice system.
- Work toward rehabilitation of those in conflict with the law.
- Intervene with clients to address and manage problems constructively to change behaviour.
- Obtain public protection skills and learn to secure staff and clients in institutional, residential, community correction and group home settings.
- Train in the legal aspects of crime and behaviour, security measures and techniques including interviewing and intervention skills for young offenders, adult offenders and victims.
- Understand issues related to female and Indigenous offenders, addiction, group dynamics, behaviour management and victims within the criminal justice system.
- Explore community programs, restorative justice initiatives and preventative measures.
- Receive specialized training in correction systems enforcement, physical and environmental safety measures and rehabilitation strategies including tactical communication.
Program Length
2 academic years (periods of 8 months)
Fast Track - allows students to complete a two-year Diploma program (non co-op) in 16 months. Students will start in January and be in school for four continuous semesters: Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall and Winter. Students will not be off during the summer.
Co-op option - Not available with Fast Track. Optional after semester one.
Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
Options are available for mature applicants.
Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $881.96 | $785.16 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $475.00 |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester without Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,139.20 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester with Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,614.20 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $4,375.20 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $4,850.20 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Full Cost Breakdown
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- You may also be required to purchase additional items such as uniforms, field trips and/or various training/certification opportunities. Full details will be provided in your classes. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,525.00 | $8,525.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $475.00 |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Per Semester without Co-op | $8,975.00 | $8,900.00 |
| Total International Per Semester with Co-op | $8,975.00 | $9,375.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $17,875.00 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $18,350.00 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
- Explore payment options
- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
- You may also be required to purchase additional items such as uniforms, field trips and/or various training/certification opportunities. Full details will be provided in your classes. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
- OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)
- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mohawk College is dedicated to helping students improve their financial literacy and become more confident in managing their money.
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.
- Work with school boards, youth workers, mentors and peer reconciliation aides and agencies serving victims.
- Explore academic content through field trips and site visits.
- Experience interactive simulations, to further develop course concepts.
This co-op program has been accredited by CEWIL Canada. This represents the highest standard of achievement for co-op programs in Canada.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
- Review the program learning outcomes for Community and Justice Services (286)
- Review the program learning outcomes for Community and Justice Services (288) - co-op
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Correctional Officer (Provincial or Federal)
- Probation and Parole Officer
- Youth Services Officer/Counsellor
- Adult Residential Worker
- Border Security (Canada Border Services Agency)
- Crisis Intervention Officer
- Victim Services Worker
- Case Manager
- Law Enforcement Officer
Some employment opportunities require a Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC), meeting certain physical and health standards including vision, and/or a driving abstract.
Where you could work includes:
- Ministry of Children and Youth Services
- Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
- Attendance Centres, Victim Support Agencies, and Residential Facilities for Adults and Youth
- School Boards
- Correctional Facilities
- Canada Border Services Agency
- Security Companies
- University Police Departments
- Court Security/Special Constables
- Regional/Provincial/Federal Police Departments
- Sworn/Civilian opportunities
- Probation/Parole
- Group homes
- Non-profit agencies
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
Common semester note
For the programs Police Foundations and Protection, Security and Investigation, there are common semesters for 1 and 2. Students will enter semester 3 of the specified program.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. To start a new program at Mohawk, you must apply via ontariocolleges.ca.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Community and Justice Services - 286 - 288 from the following programs:
Police Foundations
Protection, Security and Investigation
Receiving Program
Community and Justice Services
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Community and Justice Services - 286 - 288 to the following programs:
Advanced Police Studies
Concurrent Disorders
Social Service Worker
Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.
Transfer From Community and Justice Services To
Technological University of the Shannon
University Road
Athlone
Co. Westmeath
N37 HD68
Ireland
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Community Development
University Road
Athlone
Co. Westmeath
N37 HD68
Ireland
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
Additional Information
Additional Information
- Attendance at program orientation is strongly recommended
- Some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards, driving abstracts and health standards; including vision must be met
- A recent Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC) (Pardons are possible, seek legal counsel) and additional selection criteria may be used to assess applicants in this program
- Applicants should be advised that employers require a Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC)
- Applicants are advised that there are specific requirements that must be completed prior to participating in a co-op placement, and that it is their responsibility to ensure the requirements are met
Transformation Agenda
Learn skills in accordance with the “Transformation Agenda” meant to strengthen the corrections community in five major areas of change:
- offender accountability
- eliminating drugs in prison
- employability/employment
- physical infrastructure
- eliminating statutory release
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