Advanced Police Studies - 226
Overview
Program Highlights
- Hands-on training by experienced faculty, former police officers and law enforcement professionals.
- Experiential opportunities with local police services.
- Exposure to police recruiters from across the province.
- Applicants are expected to demonstrate a commitment to achieving the industry fitness level standard.
What you'll learn
- Practice intelligence led policing, crime scene management, suspect detection and apprehension.
- Apply accountable, ethical and effective professional practices when interacting with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds during judgmental training scenarios.
- Best practice principles and manage risks in law enforcement.
- Enhance communication, team-building and behavioural interviewing skills.
- Interviewing and investigation techniques used during interactions with suspects, witnesses, and special victims.
- Assistance provided in obtaining certification and training in:
- Mental Health First Aid
- Human Trafficking
- Advanced Drug Awareness
- Close Protection Training
- Critical Incident Response Training
- Private Investigator and/or Security Guard Training
- CPR, First Aid and AED
- Canadian Firearms Safety and Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (PAL/RPAL)
- Develop effective problem solving, critical decision making, note-taking and report writing skills, particularly in evidence gathering and arrest.
Program Length
1 academic year (period of 8 months)
Admission
Admission
- Minimum two year College diploma in Police Foundations or Protection Security and Investigation or related field
OR - University degree in Criminology or other related field
OR - Combination of education and work experience deemed equivalent by the College
- Following submission of an application on ontariocolleges.ca, applicants will be contacted by the Program Coordinator in order to assess applicant suitability for the program
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language or you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma or post-secondary education outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic overall band of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 80, no band less than 20
- TOEFL Paper-based, overall score 550
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment), 70
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic 58
- CLBPT (Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test), overall score 7, no band less than 7
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478 or 278) program. Placement in the GAS-EAP program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS Academic
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 | $832.02 | $785.16 |
Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Domestic Tuition | $2,625.35 | $2,625.35 |
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $3,457.37 | $3,410.51 |
Total 1st Year Fees | $6,867.88 |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
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2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
---|---|---|
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fees | $9,000.00 | $9,000.00 |
Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
Total International Charges Per Semester | $9,450.00 | $9,375.00 |
Total 1st Year Fees | $18,825.00 |
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.
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 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.
- One-on-One Money Counselling
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
- Events and Workshops
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Through interactive practical scenario training using state-of-the-art facilities:
- Dynamic Tactical Simulation Lab
- Police Vehicle Lab
- Mock Trial Courtroom simulation
- Use of Force Training Room simulation
- Explore academic content through field trips and site visits.
Apply cumulative program knowledge through a capstone research project.
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.
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
- Police Officers
- Crisis Prevention and Response
- Crime Scene Management and Analysis
- Peace Officer
- CBSA Officer (Canada Border Services Agency)
Where you could work includes:
- Police Services: Municipal, Regional, Provincial, First Nations, R.C.M.P. and Military
- Provincial and Federal Law Enforcement
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.
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 Advanced Police Studies - 226 from the following programs:
Protection, Security and Investigation
Police Foundations
Community and Justice Services
Receiving Program
Advanced Police Studies
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.
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