Police Foundations (Fast Track) | St. Clair College
Fast Track
Program Code: K919
Status: Open
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Two Year - Ontario College Diploma
Delivered in less than 1 year
Starts: September

Emergency Alternate Delivery Plan:
Winter 2024 Emergency Alternate Delivery

Contact:
Greg Bell
519-354-9714 ext. 3309

Program Overview

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. Students must have good written and oral communication skills and be able to deal with stressful situations. Being physically fit is also important.

Program Highlights

  • During the year, students will have opportunities to attempt and improve their results in the following law enforcement fitness tests: PREP - Ontario Police Services; Police Fitness Pin - Ontario Police Services; PARE - RCMP & CBSA; and the FITCO - Corrections Ontario.
  • Because the program is delivered in 12 straight months, many students return and take a second "fast track" law enforcement program, providing them with two relevant 2-year diplomas in just 2 years. This makes them even better candidates for hire in the field of law enforcement.

Career Opportunities

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

In partnership with the OPP / Now Hiring

Admission Requirements

OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:

  • Grade 12 English - ENG4U, ENG4C, EAE4C or EAE4U

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

Health & Fitness Requirements

Any student seeking entry into this program should evaluate their physical readiness in anticipation of a rigorous fitness routine. Suitability for job opportunities with law enforcement agencies is partially assessed through demanding physical fitness tests prior to being hired. During the program, students will be exposed to those tests and will be responsible for building and maintaining their own high level of personal fitness. Students will be required to complete 4 physical fitness courses (JUS 101, JUS 201, PFP 308 and PFP 418)

Courses

The curriculum below is for incoming students:

Semester 1
Code Title Credits
JUS103
Issues In Canadian Criminal Justice
3
JUS100
Law And Justice Communications I
3
JUS101
Lifestyle & Fitness Management I
3
PFP301
Criminal & CIVIL Law
3
PFP109
Political Science
2
JUS102
Interpersonal & Group Dynamics
3
JUS105
Ethics And Professionalism
3
ELEC1030
Choose 1 Elective Course
3
JUS104
Psychology For Law And Justice
3
Semester 2
Code Title Credits
ELEC1030
Choose 1 Elective Course
3
JUS201
Lifestyle & Fitness Management II
3
PFP303
Police Powers I
3
JUS204
Interviewing & Investigation
3
PFP302
Criminal Code
3
JUS200
Law & Justice Communications II
3
JUS203
Criminology
3
JUS202
Conflict Management
3
PFP404
Investigations & Evidence
3
Semester 3
Code Title Credits
PFP310
Traffic Management & Provincial Offences
3
PFP305
Youth In Conflict With The Law
3
PFP308
Fitness And Lifestyle Management III
3
JUS211
Mental Health And Addiction Awareness For First Responders
3
PFP409
Police Powers II
2
PFP418
Lifestyle & Fitness Mngmnt IV
2
PFP311
Community Policing & Community Services
2
ELEC1030
Choose 1 Elective Course
3
PFP402
Criminal Code And Federal Statutes
3

Your Investment

The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year:

2023-2024 Tuition Fees  

For programs with Experiential Learning (Work Placement/Internship): Costs for accommodation, if needed, travel and related expenses is at the student's own expense. It is recommended for most programs, that students have access to a laptop or desktop computer while away from home during experiential learning periods.

Textbooks and other materials are in addition to Tuition Fees. Textbook prices may be found through the Bookstore website.

Please be aware that tuition and compulsory fees are subject to adjustment each year. The College reserves the right to change, amend or alter fees as necessary without notice or prejudice.

Program Physical Demands Analysis

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Police Foundations (Ontario College Diploma) (MTCU Code 53008)

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Complete all tasks in compliance with pertinent legislation, as well as policing standards, regulations and guidelines.
  2. Analyze all relevant information and make effective and legally defensible decisions in accordance with ethical and professional standards.
  3. Be accountable for one’s actions when carrying out all tasks.
  4. Develop and implement ongoing effective strategies for personal and professional development.
  5. Ensure the respect of human rights and freedoms in all interactions.
  6. Work co-operatively in multidisciplinary teams to achieve mutual goals.
  7. Collaborate in the development and implementation of community policing strategies.
  8. Monitor, evaluate and document behaviours, situations and events accurately and discreetly in compliance with legal, professional, ethical and organizational requirements.
  9. Mitigate risks and maintain order by applying effective strategies in crisis, conflict and emergency situations.
  10. Take positive actions to help crime victims.
  11. Conduct investigations by collecting, documenting, preserving and presenting admissible evidence.

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