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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2026-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
Program Overview
The Protection, Security and Investigation program is designed to introduce students to a diverse range of career options in law enforcement, offering a blend of academic and practical experience. A general level of fitness is required to successfully complete some of the program requirements.
Intakes and Availability
| Date | Domestic Availability | International Availability |
|---|---|---|
| September 2025 | Open | Open |
| January 2026 | Open | Closed |
Program Highlights
- Success Stories
- Resources
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
Post-Admission Requirements
- Proof of valid Standard First Aid certification (within two years)
- Proof of valid Level C CPR Certification (within two years)
Are you missing admission requirements? We are here to help.
Durham College (DC) offers pre-admission assessment testing to mature domestic applicants to meet admission requirements in English and/or math. Domestic applicants that are 19 years of age or older as of the start date of their program, and who do not have the required program credit(s) i.e., Grade 12 English and/or Grade 12 math are eligible to take an admissions assessment test.
Courses
Semester 1
- Communication Foundations (COMM 1100)
- Principle Of Ethical Reasoning (ETHC 1103)
- Introduction to Fitness and Academic Preparation (HLTH 1109)
- Canadian Criminal Justice System (LAWW 1108)
- Introduction to The Criminal Code Of Canada (LAWW 1109)
- Security Guard (LAWW 1110)
- Psychology (PSYC 1108)
Semester 2
- Communications 2 (COMM 1219)
- Indigenous Elective (INDG 0000)
- By-Law Enforcement (LAWW 1208)
- Border Services (LAWW 1209)
- Enforcement Procedures (LAWW 1210)
- Interview, Investigation and Surveillance (LAWW 1211)
- Risk and Emergency Management (MGMT 1227)
Semester 3
- Digital Literacy/Cybercrime (COMP 2114)
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- Politics and Public Administration (HIST 2200)
- Fitness 1 (HLTH 2106)
- Career Preparation (HURM 2102)
- Alcohol and Gaming (LAWW 2112)
- Field Placement (PSIP 2100)
- Youth and Diversity (SOCI 2100)
Semester 4
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- Fitness 2 (HLTH 2204)
- Career Preparation (HURM 2102)
- Corrections (LAWW 2211)
- Field Placement (PSIP 2100)
- Forensic Psychology (PSYC 2204)
- Mental Health for Emergency Responders (PSYC 2205)
- Officer Safety (SAFE 2200)
Course Delivery
- In person: Students will come to campus to complete in-person learning requirements.
Costs
Protection, Security and Investigation Year 1 Costs
| Semester | Tuition | Program Fee | Ancillary Fee | DCSA Ancillary Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,361.02 | $64 | $493.77 | $430 | $2,348.79 |
| 2 | $1,361.02 | $0 | $493.77 | $120 | $1,974.79 |
Protection, Security and Investigation Year 2 Costs
| Semester | Tuition | Program Fee | Ancillary Fee | DCSA Ancillary Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | $1,361.02 | $27 | $474.19 | $430 | $2,292.21 |
| 4 | $1,361.02 | $0 | $474.19 | $120 | $1,955.21 |
Career Options
- Border Services Officer
- Bylaw Enforcement officer
- Special Constable
- Corporal, Ontario Regiment
- Correctional services officer
- Mobile security operative
- Nuclear security officer
- Park warden/provincial offences officer
- Police officer
- Private investigator
- Security Officer
- Youth Corrections/Child and Youth Worker
Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials
Qualified graduates can go on to take Durham College’s 911 Emergency and Call Centre Communications; Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations; or Paralegal program.
Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions.
Tech Requirements
- Processor: i3
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 256GB SSD
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
- Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
- Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
- Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
- Internet connection
Experiential Learning
As part of your second year of studies, you will register to take the PSIP 2000 – Field Placement for PSI course in your third or fourth semester. Your learning experience will require you to complete a one day/eight-hour shift in an industry-related occupation as well as complete a minimum of 20 volunteer hours working in access control at either Durham College or ONTech varsity events.
Required Documentation
Students will utilize our Learning Management System DCconnect to complete Ministry of Labour field placement training modules to obtain mandatory certifications and complete other placement-related forms, by the established due date.
Contact
For more information, contact Treina Kennington, Student Advisor/Field Placement Officer.
