Program Overview

Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement, & Investigative Skills

Program Overview

The Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement, & Investigative Skills program is designed to provide students with recognized qualifications in bylaw enforcement. The program is practitioner-led and reflects current practices in the profession.

Program Details

Course Format

The program consists of two courses: Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement, & Investigative Skills 1 (BLAW-1000) and Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement, & Investigative Skills 2 (BLAW-1005).

• BLAW-1000: Delivered online, with six weeks of self-paced learning followed by a one-week break and three days of virtual instructor-led learning.
• BLAW-1005: Delivered in a hybrid format, with six weeks of self-paced online learning followed by a one-week break and three days of in-person learning at the Justice Institute of British Columbia, New Westminster campus.

Course Requirements

• Attend all training in full (online and in-person).
• Complete all learning assessments, including assignments, discussions, journals, and quizzes.
• Achieve a minimum overall grade of 70%.

Tuition & Fees

• Tuition: BLAW-1000 and BLAW-1005 have separate tuition fees.
• Textbooks & Supplies: No extra book or supply costs; all required course materials are embedded online or supplied in-person.

Admission Criteria

• Grade 12 English (or equivalent education) and fluency in the English language (written and oral).
• Basic computer skills with reliable Internet access (strongly recommended).

Financial Aid & Awards

• Financial aid and awards are not available for this program.

International Applicants

• International applicants are encouraged to contact JIBC's Office of International Affairs.

FAQs

Q: Who should take these courses?

• People working as BC bylaw enforcement or local government regulatory officers.
• Those working as licensed inspectors (e.g., building, electrical, gas, plumbing).
• Individuals seeking employment in the bylaw enforcement or licensing fields.
• Those interested in updating their qualifications to attain a competitive position in a related field.

Q: Is the course offered online?

• BLAW-1000 is delivered online.
• BLAW-1005 is delivered in a hybrid format.

Q: Do I have to be online at specific times or days?

• From weeks one through six (online), log in weekly to complete self-paced assessments.
• In Week 8, BLAW-1000 has three virtual days, and BLAW-1005 has three in-person days.

Q: Are books and course manuals included in the tuition fees?

• Yes, all required course materials are embedded online or supplied in-person.

Q: Do I need both courses to apply for bylaw positions?

• This depends on the Municipality and job requirements.

Q: Is there a final exam – What is the passing grade?

• There is no final exam; the passing grade is 70%.

Q: Does tuition need to be paid before the course start date? Can you pay in installments?

• Full tuition payment is required to secure your seat; you cannot pay in installments.

Q: Can I register for bylaw level 1 & 2 courses at the same time?

• No, you need to complete Bylaw Level 1 before registering for Level 2.

Q: Will I get certification after completing these courses?

• Yes, you receive your completion document online, and you can also request your student transcript.

Q: Is there a waitlist?

• No, there are no waitlists for our courses; check the website often for seat availability.