Student Experience

The Police Foundations program at Algonquin College is the first step in preparing for a career in law enforcement. Our faculty members bring industry experience to the classroom to further assist students in preparing to enter the workforce.

Hear firsthand from Conor about what he got out of the Police Foundations program, and how to be successful in the program:

Hear from student Yasmenah and student Zach about their experiences in the program.


INTAKES
Please note:
There are two program intakes: September (Fall) and January (Winter).

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.

Watch: Police Foundations Info Session. Hear from faculty, a student and a graduate about how the program will provide you with a foundational knowledge of the field of law enforcement.

Stay fit in our on-site facilities
As fitness is an important aspect to a career in law enforcement, in the program you will use an on-site fitness lab to prepare for the PREP and PARE physical readiness tests. In support of your work in our fitness lab, you are expected to establish and maintain your own exercise schedule.