Police Foundations FAST TRACK

Thames Campus - Chatham (K919)

Two Year - Ontario College Diploma (delivered in less than 1 year)

September

Bill Ludwig
(519) 354-9714 ext. 3981
wludwig@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level qualify for admission to this program.

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOALS
This program presents the knowledge, fitness skills and aptitudes to prepare students for a career in law enforcement. The student will have a strong theoretical foundation on which to build communication, ethical and interpersonal skills. Graduates will know the fundamentals of police investigation techniques, police procedures and community policing.

This program will appeal to students who are community minded and are of good moral character. They must have good written and oral communication skills and be able to deal with stressful situations. Being physically fit is also important.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• FAST TRACK allows you to get your two year diploma in 11 months!
• Preparation for the Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police (PREP). This is an exit requirement of the program.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates work in municipal, provincial and federal police services, in private security, and as special constables and campus police.

DEGREE COMPLETION
Graduates of the Police Foundations Fast Track program can receive credits toward a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Griffith University. See www.griffith.edu.au/credit.
Graduates are also eligible to participate in a Transfer Agreement with the University of Windsor.

HEALTH & FITNESS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be able to physically perform the duties of this position. To obtain a diploma in Police Foundations, successful applicants will be required to meet the minimum standards of the PREP. Any student seeking entry into this program should evaluate their physical readiness in anticipation of a rigorous fitness routine.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Program Physical Demands Analysis: K919

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

$5,594.43
$600 - $800

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.