Diploma in Community and Justice Services is a diploma in Law programme taught at Sheridan College in Oakville, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years.
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Law
Duration: 2 years
We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Community and Justice Services is a two-year Ontario College Diploma at Sheridan College that prepares students for careers helping others within the justice system, viewed through a corrections and rehabilitation lens. Students explore social sciences including psychology, criminal law and criminology, and learn static and dynamic security techniques, correctional program development and implementation, crisis intervention and prevention, offender case management, and working with clients with addictions and mental illness. The program includes two field practicums in settings such as adult institutions, youth facilities, community agencies or residential facilities, preceded by a career-interest interview and required certifications including Standard First Aid. Graduates are prepared to work as correctional officers or in community agencies supporting the reintegration of offenders after release. The program runs on a standard two-academic-year schedule for a September start or a 16-month continuous schedule for a January start.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent including one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), or mature student status for applicants aged 19 or older who lack the prerequisite. Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement, using the average of their six highest senior-level credits including required courses. Applicants should be aware of the physical demands of the field and of field-placement and employment-related standards before applying; field placements require additional documentation such as criminal record checks and immunization records, provided directly to the placement agency at the applicant's own expense. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's institution-wide English Proficiency Requirement for certificate and diploma programs: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT overall 80 (no section below 20), PTE Academic overall 58 (no section below 49), or Duolingo English Test overall 105 (no sub-score below 85).
