Aboriginal Policing and Security
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Information:
Human Services Careers 780.644.6410 or
- One-year certificate
- Full-time studies
- Fall start
- Daytime classes
- Field trips, physical training, and
work experience
- Downtown Edmonton campus, Wetaskiwin campus
Program Overview
The Aboriginal Policing and Security certificate program is a 10-month post-secondary program that can lead to further learning or employment in the following jobs:
- Police officer
- Correctional service officer
- Sheriff or bailiff
- Military policing
- Security officer
- Security manager
- First Nations policing
Career Potential
Graduates have excellent career potential in a variety of security and law enforcement fields. This program is designed to help students meet the entrance requirements for Alberta policing agencies and for federal agencies such as the RCMP and Correctional Service of Canada.
Transferability
Some courses transfer to NorQuest’s Aboriginal Community Support Worker program. Consult with the program coordinator for transfer options.
Admission Requirements
- Program interview
- Grade 10 standing on an admissions exam
- Health Status form
- Criminal record check; must include vulnerable sector check . (CRC must meet the criteria of the practicum sponsors.)
- Have the ability to complete a high school diploma or GED by the end of the program
- Have the physical and mental abilities to participate in HEED 1001 (Students will be required to complete a medical clearance prior to HEED 1001.)
- Have the ability to obtain a valid Alberta driver’s licence by the end of the program
Prep for Aboriginal Policing and Security Admission Route
Students may choose an alternative admission route to this program by successfully completing the Prep for Aboriginal Policing and Security program. This route also requires a criminal record check. Please see page 61 for the requirements of this program.
Progression
To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses.
Credential
After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a NorQuest Aboriginal Policing and Security certificate.
Honours Criteria
- Overall grade point average (GPA) is greater than or equal to 4.0 (95% or higher).
- The student has not written a supplemental exam.
- The student has not failed or repeated any courses.
- The student has not had a learning contract.
Tuition and Fees
2009/2010
Tuition and Fees (pdf)
Funding Your Education
Students in this program may be eligible for Alberta government funding including costs for tuition, books, and living expenses.
Program Outline (2009/10)
Courses may be adjusted within the terms specified. A final schedule will be provided to learners during registration.
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Term 1 |
16 weeks |
|
| COMM 1020 |
Interpersonal Communications |
3.0 |
| COMM 1021 |
Writing in Organizations |
3.0 |
| COMP 1000 |
Introduction to Computer Applications |
3.0 |
| HCJP 1610 |
Human Relations in
the Criminal Justice System |
3.0 |
| HEED 1000 |
Health Education: Individual Health
and Wellness |
3.0 |
| HEED 1101 |
Health Education:
Personal Fitness |
3.0 |
| ICJP 1750 |
Interviewing |
3.0 |
| LAWC 1000 |
Criminal Law I |
3.0 |
| PLSC 1001 |
Introduction to the Canadian Judicial
System |
3.0 |
| |
Term 1 Total |
27.0 |
| Term 2 |
16 weeks |
|
| ABST 1000 |
Aboriginal History
and Culture |
3.0 |
| COMM 1022 |
Observation, Documentation, and Report
Writing |
3.0 |
| COMM 1023 |
Effective Presentations
and Speech |
3.0 |
| FAID 1005 |
Standard First Aid/CPR |
1.0 |
| HEED 1102 |
Health Education:
Personal Fitness II |
3.0 |
| ICJP 1257 |
Investigative Techniques |
3.0 |
| PLSC 1002 |
Policy History and Administration |
3.0 |
| PLSC 1005 |
Security Management and Loss Prevention |
3.0 |
| PLSC 1006 |
Alternative Dispute
Resolution |
3.0 |
| |
Term 2 Total |
25.0 |
| Term 3 |
8 weeks |
|
| LAWY 1001 |
Young Offenders and the Law |
3.0 |
| PPRT 1100 |
Policing and Security Practicum |
3.0 |
| SOCI 1002 |
Social Issues and Crisis Intervention |
3.0 |
| |
Term 3 Total |
9.0 |
| |
Program Total |
61.0 |
Last updated:
April 29, 2008
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