Protection, Security and Investigation - 293 - 294

Ontario College Diploma
Two years
OSAP Checkmark OSAP Eligible
Learn essential skills and techniques in the public safety, physical security, criminal justice, investigation and crime prevention careers.

Program Highlights

  • Learn from industry experts that bring current knowledge and skills to your classroom and scenario based learning.
  • Your choice of career training and certificates. Your options include but not limited to:
    • Canadian Border Services Agency
    • Private Investigator
    • Security Guard
    • Municipal Bylaw Officer
    • Public Safety
    • Employment Test Preparation (including optional fitness in semester 3 and 4 for specific careers including Canada border officer and police officer)

What you'll learn

  • Techniques in physical security environments using emergency management and criminal activity prevention scenarios. 
  • Complete Provincial Security Guard license training and/or Private Investigator license training. 
  • Understand and apply investigation techniques including interviewing and evidence collection. 
  • Learn the application of risk assessments and other environmental safety measures. 
  • Understand different surveillance techniques used in criminal detection and prevention careers. 
  • Compare protection and security systems. 
  • Explore stress management in protection, security and investigation careers. 
  • Compare technology and methods used in investigations. 
  • Complete industry required report writing and court document preparation.

 

Receive a dual diploma in Police Foundations or Community and Justice Services with one additional year.

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.

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Admission

Domestic and International student admission requirements

Options are available for mature applicants.


Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Tuition and Fees

2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Compulsory Ancillary Fees$881.96$785.16
Co-op FeesN/A$491.38
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$2,630.58
Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op)$4,375.20
Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op)$4,866.58

Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.


2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,525.00$8,525.00
Co-op FeesN/A$491.38
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$9,391.38
Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op)$17,875.00
Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op)$18,366.38

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.

Additional Information

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:

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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 and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you'll gain skills

  • Through practical labs and simulation, workshops, seminars and industry training.
  • Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.
  • Apply cumulative program knowledge through a capstone research project.
  • Explore academic content through field trips and site visits.

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. 

Co-op Format

September to DecemberJanuary to AprilMay to August
Semester 1Semester 2Vacation
Semester 3Work Term 1 (Co-op)Work Term 2 (Co-op)
Work Term 3 (Co-op)Semester 4 

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 almost all 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
Co-op Pay RangeCo-op Pay Average
Range: $18.00 - $21.00Average: $19.50

For further information, please contact:

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

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.

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

Your future career options

  • Investigator
    • Insurance
    • Organized Crime
    • Fraud
    • Private
  • Physical Security Professional
  • Law enforcement
    • Environmental
    • Conservation
    • Bylaw
    • Police Constable
  • Canadian Border Services Officer
  • Emergency Management Professional
  • Armored Guard
  • Corporate Asset Protection Professional
  • Correctional Service Officer
  • Court Officer
  • Legal Process Serving
  • Airport Security Screener 

Where you could work includes:

  • Private investigation companies
  • Security protection companies
  • Government divisions and regulated areas:
    • Corrections facilities
    • Financial Institutions
    • Canada Revenue Agency
    • Airport protection
    • Canada Border Services Agency
  • Corporations
  • Private k-9 protection services
  • City bylaw and municipalities

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 core note

For the programs Community and Justice Services, Police Foundations, and Protection, Security and Investigation, there are common semesters for 1 and 2.

 

If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.

Transfer from

You can transfer to the Protection, Security and Investigation - 293 - 294 from the following programs:

Receiving Program

Transfer to

You can transfer from the Protection, Security and Investigation - 293 - 294 to the following programs:

Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.

Transfer From Protection, Security and Investigation To

Griffith University

Program Name
See below for Protection, Security & Investigation pathways
Opportunity Details

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Location

170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111, Australia
Nathan QLD QLD 4111
Australia

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

  • Some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards, driving abstracts and health standards, including vision, must be met
  • Applicants should be advised that employers require a 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

Program Coordinator

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Amy Jantz

Department of Social Services and Justice Studies

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Program Coordinator

Amy Jantz portrait.

Amy Jantz

Department of Social Services and Justice Studies

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