Program Overview

Justice Administration Services (JAS)

Overview

This two-year diploma program equips students with the necessary skills to work in the justice sector, as a professional public service administrator, or clerk for courts or quasi-judicial administrative tribunals. Students study Canadian law, procedure, and ethics, and gain hands-on experience in project management, legal research, public administration, and technology. Fluency in English is critical to success, with a strong focus on effective written and verbal communication throughout the program.

Skills

• Written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Organization and time management
• Legal research and critical thinking
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Project management
• Technological proficiency

Work Experience

Field Placement

Students who meet all academic requirements have the opportunity to participate in a four-week unpaid field placement at the end of their fourth semester. This provides practical work experience and exposure to the justice administration sector. With faculty and staff support, students play an active role in securing their placement.

To be placed in a court or government setting, students must provide a police clearance certificate and have permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship.

Program Availability

• Canadian Applicants
• International Applicants

Availability is subject to change, and a seat is not guaranteed.

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered online, with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Mandatory field placement is in-person. In flexible format courses, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.

Your Career

Graduates can explore career options in:

• Court of Appeal for Ontario
• Ontario Court of Justice
• Superior Court of Justice
• Federal Court of Canada
• Immigration and Refugee Board

Other career opportunities are available in administrative tribunals and agencies dealing with matters such as landlord and tenant, workplace health and safety, and labour relations.

Certificate of Attendance

Upon successful completion of the Alternative Dispute Resolution course, including full attendance, students receive an Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate of Attendance from The School of Public Safety.

Articulation

Upon graduation with a minimum 3.0 GPA, students have the opportunity to obtain an honours degree in York University's Law and Society Program in three years instead of the usual four.

The Seneca Polytechnic Difference

• Degree Pathways: Every Seneca diploma has a degree pathway, allowing students to continue their studies and complete a degree at Seneca or a partner institution.
• Experiential Learning: Graduate career-ready and world-ready with a field placement to help hone essential skills for the workplace.
• Career Support: Seneca Works offers students and graduates lifelong access to an exclusive job board, career coaching, networking, and more.
• Mock Courtroom: Gain hands-on, practical experience in the Mock Courtroom, preparing students for their in-demand career.