Police and Justice Studies Diploma

Developed with police and other justice agencies, this two-year program will prepare you for the challenges of a career in policing, as well as in corrections, parole, customs, and other government services at the federal, provincial or municipal levels.

Gain a complete overview of the Canadian criminal justice system. Examine the legislative, structural, and operational components of the criminal justice system in Canada. Learn to effectively communicate as a public safety personnel with the justice system. Examine core communication forms in the field, develop writing and speaking skills, along with skills in interpreting an array of communication scenarios.

Work on understanding human behaviour, using your ethical compass in new situations and stay in great shape with conditioning. Practice the use of force techniques in the gymnasium. Engage in hand-to-hand self-defence training, including handcuffing techniques, pressure points and control tactics and defensive baton.

Your diploma credits count towards completion of an arts, business or criminology degree if you decide to continue your education.

This unique two-year diploma program prepares you for careers in policing and other justice-related areas: sheriffs, corrections officers, parole officers and more.

Year Two students: BC Class 5, 7N or equivalent needed to complete the Justice Institute’s, Driving With Finesse, (a required component of JUST 2450 Police Skills)