FAQ

What are some of the program highlights?
Role play and scenarios
Industry speakers
Legislative interpretation
Laws of Canada
Career portfolio development
Communication and interpersonal skill development
Strong fitness component
Law enforcement-specific writing skills
Community service opportunities
Research

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.

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.

Is this program offered online?
Yes this program is also available full time online. Click here for more information.

How do course exemptions work?
Course exemption requests are managed via your ACSIS account. Please consult this link and apply for exemptions as early as possible before the start of the semester.

Who is my Academic Advisor?
Each of you has access to an Academic Advisor throughout your stay at Algonquin College.

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 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.