Advanced Police Studies

Program Overview

This two-term graduate certificate program equips students with specialized knowledge and skills for careers in policing. Through applied learning, simulations, and work-integrated learning, students gain experience in addressing social and organizational issues related to police services and community safety within diverse communities. The program fosters critical thinking, effective communication, and collaboration, preparing graduates for entry-level police positions and other roles in law enforcement and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview

Through class discussions, simulations, and applied projects, students will gain experience in dealing with social and organizational issues related to police services and community safety within increasingly diverse communities. Through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) experience with relevant community organizations, students will integrate knowledge and skills within an immersive environment.

Program Objectives:

• Equip students with specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet the increasing demands of modern policing
• Foster critical thinking and analytical skills for effective decision-making in complex situations
• Develop a deeper understanding of diverse communities and their relationship with police services
• Promote collaborative teamwork and effective communication for successful collaboration with other agencies and community partners

Outline:

• Modules:
• applied learning
• Course Schedule:
• Likely structured around the academic year with two terms per year in the full-time program.
• Program Content: The program focuses on:
• Social and organizational issues related to policing within diverse communities
• Analysis and decision-making in complex situations
• Effective communication and collaboration with public and community partners
• Critical thinking and ethical decision-making
• The program also incorporates:

• Likely methods include:
• Class participation
• Written assignments and essays
• Group projects and presentations
• Simulations and role-playing
• Case studies and analysis
• Final examinations

Careers:

• The program prepares graduates for various career paths in law enforcement and related fields, including:
• Entry-level police positions
• Public safety officer roles
• Investigations and intelligence analyst positions
• Community policing initiatives
• Security and loss prevention roles
• Community Career Centre at Conestoga College
• Career-related events and workshops hosted by the college
• Alumni network of the program
• Professional career development resources available online and through relevant organizations

Other:

• The program requires students to have a laptop or tablet equipped with specific software.
• The program emphasizes:
• Interactive learning and active class participation
• Building a professional network and connections in the policing field
• Tuition and Fees can be found in the "Tuition & fees" section of the context.

| Term | Canadian | International | |---|---|---| | 2 Terms | $5400.00 | $15844.00 | | Ancillary Fees | $1837.38 | $3117.38 | | Total Fees | $7237.38 | $18961.38 |