About the course

Community and justice services professionals often work with clients who find themselves at a crossroads. They work within the justice system ? focusing on keeping people out of it through prevention, intervention and rehabilitation. Help build stronger, safer communities by helping people at risk gain the skills and support they need to make positive life choices. This program will be delivered in a hybrid format in the Fall semester. Train for a rewarding career and help make a real difference in the lives of people at risk. Work with clients ranging from children to young offenders to adults, and people with addictions, developmental delays and mental health challenges. There are opportunities in a vast range of settings: youth custody facilities, child welfare homes, federal and provincial correctional facilities, attendance centres, community justice agencies, victim support agencies and a variety of residential facilities for people at risk. Grads who successfully complete the provincial or federal correctional system recruitment process will receive additional training upon employment. There is such a strong demand for community and justice services professionals that many students receive job offers before they graduate. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Belleville
Fall (September), 2024	Belleville
Winter (January), 2025	Belleville
Fall (September), 2025	Belleville
Winter (January), 2026	Belleville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology

Required academic preparation

　　OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general, advanced, (C), (U) or (M) level, and

　　Grade 12 English (C) level or equivalent

　　Mature applicant

　　Applicants with a related degree or diploma may be considered for advanced standing or direct entry into year two, please review your qualifications with the program coordinator.

　　Applicants who possess a related college diploma (i.e. human studies, justice services) are eligible for direct entry into year two of the program.

　　Applicants who possess an unrelated college diploma are considered on a case-by-case basis for direct entry into year two.

　　Applicants who possess a university degree are eligible for direct entry into year two of the program, however, applicants should meet with their program coordinator regarding appropriate course and program planning.

　　Prior to placement in year two of the program, students will be advised by faculty how/when they must obtain:

　　A Criminal Record Check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Check

　　Standard First Aid and Level C CPR with AED certification

　　A formal confidential health history

　　If you have been convicted of an offence under the Criminal Code for which you have not been pardoned, you may be ineligible for field placement. Please contact the coordinator to discuss your options.

　　Prospective students with special needs or limitations that may affect their placement or potential employment opportunities are encouraged to discuss their career goals with faculty prior to admission.

　　Recommended academic preparation

　　Computer proficiency in word processing, file management, email and Internet browsing.

　　Consistent volunteerism is highly recommended to gain employment in the correctional system.

　　Applicants interested in becoming Provincial Correctional Officers or a Provincial Youth Services Officers in Ontario are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the requirements of these positions. Minimum standards are on the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services or the Ministry of Children and Youth Services websites.

　　International applicants must provide proof of academic standing equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (Grade 12)

　　IELTS - 6.0 overall with a minimum score of 5.5 in each section,

　　TOEFL iBT - 80 iBT internet-based test with minimums of 20)

　　TOEFL PBT - 550

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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