FAQs
What are the admission requirements for this program?
English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent)
Who is my Academic Advisor?
Each of you has access to an Academic Advisor throughout your stay at Algonquin College. Please note the name of your Advisor below (by your last name). Meet yours in this short video.
A – B Brian Duffy Ext. 6036 duffyb@algonquincollege.com
C – E Pete Langlois Ext. 5430 langlop@algonquincollege.com
F – H Chris Martin Ext. 7190 martinc@algonquincollege.com
I – L Dana Lennox Ext. 7065 lennoxd@algonquincollege.com
M – N Jill Reeves Ext. 5295 reevesj@algonquincollege.com
O – R John Belisle Ext. 5491 belislj@algonquincollege.com
S – Z Julie Rissler Ext. 5444 risslej@algonquincollege.com
What are some of the program highlights?
•Role play with crime scenarios
•Speaker showcase
•Simulation lab activities
•Strong fitness component
•Social service partnerships
•Mock court and preparation
•Police-specific writing skills
•Fitness lab activities
•Work integrated learning
Who is best suited for this program?
You are best suited for this program if you have effective communication skills, analytical, interpersonal and observational skills, are committed to serving the broad and diverse needs of your community, maintain a good level of physical fitness, and enjoy working as a member of a team.
When can I take this program?
There are two program intakes: September and January.
The duration of the Fall intake of this program is the standard two years: 1st (Fall) & 2nd (Winter) semester with a summer break, followed by 3rd semester in Fall with the final semester in Winter, ending in the Spring.
The Winter intake is offered in a continuous format commencing in January (1st semester), continuing in May (2nd semester), and then in September (3rd semester) and finally ending with the 4th semester which begins the following January. This continuous format allows you to graduate in the Spring – so that you can start your career sooner.
Is this program offered online?
Yes this program is also available full time online. Click here for more information.
Do you need this diploma to be hired by a police agency?
Many agencies give preference to students with post-secondary education in the justice field.
This diploma is a requirement for employment with the Military Police.
What are the deportment expectations of a Police Foundations student?
As a student in the program, you are represent the field of law enforcement as a whole. Please read the Police Foundations Professionalism Policy as it will assist you in developing and maintaining proper deportment.
What is the workload like?
The workload is equivalent to any full-time program of post-secondary study. Most classes are hybrid, which means students will spend one hour per week doing independent work outside of the classroom.
I’m interested in transferring credits from this diploma program to a university. Are there any transfer agreements in place?
Articulation agreements are available for you should you decide to continue your studies. Here is some more information.
What is required to be a police officer in Ontario?
Application criteria for police services in Ontario are outlined in the Police Services Act.
Applicants must:
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
Be at least 18 years of age;
Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position:
Be of good moral character and habits;
A graduate of at least 4 years of secondary school education or its equivalent.
For other requirements of police applicants in Ontario please click here.
* Ottawa Police are set to hire 5oo police officers over the next five years. See Ottawa Citizen article.