Administración de Justicia

OL _{Canadian Criminal Justice System}

Today’s law enforcement professionals must be able to apply the laws of Canada and those of the provinces. Therefore, students require more than a basic understanding of the Canadian justice system and how it applies to the field of law enforcement. In this course, students acquire foundational knowledge and skills related to the development, structure and practical operation of the Canadian criminal justice system. The course is geared towards students who will become practioners in the criminal justice field and will require knowledge of their role in relation to the justice process as a whole. Throughout the course, students will have an opportunity to critically analyze the various components of the justice system, as well as examine the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the system.

PFPR 1027 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Canadian Politics

An overview of Canadian politics covering the structure of Canadian government, the practice of politics and a background of major political issues.

GOVT 1003 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Career Preparation – PFPR

This course is designed to familiarize students with the police, border services, corrections and security guard employment process. This is a pass/fail course; in order to pass the student must attend 80% of the classes and complete four tests, one in each of the four areas. Students wishing to pursue a career in policing, border services, corrections or security need to be aware of the specific processes involved in their employment applications to municipal, provincial, federal or corporate organizations.

PFPR 2040 | 14 hrs $115.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Community and Social Services

This course will explore the structure and administration of community organizations and social services that operate within and adjacent to the criminal justice system. The course will further explore the issues, trends, and legislation that impact community social services. The student will be required to perform 40 hours of direct community study while applying knowledge obtained through the course modules.

PFPR 1026 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Community Policing 1

This course introduces students to theory and models of community policing and their applications. Problem-solving models and the role of alternative dispute resolution strategies will be examined. Community development and community involvement in dispute resolution, as well public relations and media relations, will be explored.

PFPR 2017 | 45 hrs $443.25

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Conflict Management

This course will introduce you to the process of conflict management from the perspective of law enforcement intervention. The course will examine some occurrences commonly encountered by police officers and will examine the use of relevant legislation and problem management techniques to assist with effectively managing such occurences.

PFPR 2020 | 48 hrs $468

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL _{Contemporary Canadian Social Problems}

In this course, current social science paradigms and theories will be used as a framework for analysis of contemporary social issues relevant to vocations in police services. Topics such as crime, violence, abuse, social stratification, ageism, and racism will be included. The course focus will be on how individual behaviours collectively create social issues.

PFPR 1025 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL

_{Criminal and Civil Law}

This course will enable the student to analyze the elements of an offence, to classify offences and to identify possible defences in criminal cases. This course will also enable the student to analyze the rights and obligations of citizens involving areas of civil law. The student will recognize the responsibilities and limitations of citizens and police officers in light of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The student will develop legal research and analysis skills to locate, interpret and apply statut and case law.

PFPR 1013 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

POSTSECONDAR

Y CREDIT COURSES

OL _{Evidence and Investigation}

In this course students will examine the requirements of the investigation beyond the interview. They will learn the rules of evidence and develop the ability to apply said rules in the collection and presentation of evidence in a court of law. Forensic requirements, statute law and other related issues will be emphasized.

PFPR 2038 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL

_{Fitness 2}

Building on the concepts introduced in Lifestyle Management 1 or Fitness 1, students will learn appropriate body movement, body balance and fundamentals of adapting the body to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will gain an understanding of nutrition and body composition and their relationship to fitness level. This class will also ready any student to meet the standards for constable selection. In law enforcement, fitness is a necessity. Some employers require candidates to pass a fitness or skills abilities test. This course is geared to preparing students to develop the skills necessary for success in regards to fitness.

FITN 1011 | 28 hrs $303.00

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL

_{Fitness 3}

Students apply a variety of health and fitness related principles to continue to improve their fitness and wellbeing. Students recognize potential health problems associated with shift work and a demanding job in law enforcement and learn the appropriate strategies to deal with these health problems. A stronger emphasis on the PREP, PARE, FORCE and OPFA testing standards prepare students to challenge these testing protocols as they look to the recruitment process for constable selection.

FITN 2014 | 28 hrs $303.00

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Interpersonal and Group Dynamics

In this introductory level course designed for Police Foundations, students learn to apply knowledge from interpersonal relations and group dynamics to working in a team. Emphasis will be placed on utilizing effective communication skills with individuals and groups. Group cohesiveness and effective group decision making will be discussed.

PFPR 1012 | 45 hrs $443.25

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Criminal Code

This course will introduce students to the most common Criminal Code offences. Offences against the person, as well as property, weapons and public order offences will be examined. Students will apply knowledge acquired in Criminal and Civil Law to be able to determine the facts at issue for the offences discussed.

PFPR 2019 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Criminal Code and Civil Law

This course will enable a student to analyze the elements of an offence, to classify offences and to identify possible defences in criminal cases. This course will also enable a student to analyze the rights and obligations of citizens involving areas of civil law. Students will recognize the responsibilities and limitations of citizens, law enforcement officials and police officers in light of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Students will develop legal research and analysis skills to locate, interpret and apply statute and case law. Students will be introduced to the most common of Criminal Code offences.

LAWS 1016 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL Criminal Code and Federal Statuses

Students will analyze elements of offences related to weapons and the Firearms Act, controlled drugs and substances and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Provisions of other Federal Statutes and their relationship with the Criminal Code will also be examined.

PFPR 2021 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL

_Criminology

This course provides an examination of various theoretical explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological perspectives. Criminological theory is related to various types of criminal activity. The reality of crime in Canada including victimology is examined through crime statistics as are the correlations of criminal behaviour. The impact of theory on the development and effectiveness of the criminal justice system is discussed with emphasis on future trends within the system.

PFPR 1028 | 28 hrs $303.00

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE OCT. 1 – JAN. 7 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE FEB. 1 – MAY 9 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE JUNE 1 – SEPT. 7 ONLINE

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OL Police Powers 2

This course is a continuance of Police Powers 1 and will focus on police governance and accountability issues related to the Police Services Act, police complaints, First Nations policy and management and labour issues. Use of force theory, law and other legal issues related to the use of force will be discussed. Theory related to officer safety will be examined.

PFPR 2041 | 28 hrs $303.00

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL _{Principles of Ethical Reasoning}

This course focuses on ethical issues faced by the individual as a person and more particularly as a professional with authority and responsibility for law enforcement. Students clarify their values and establish a framework for ethical decision making. Students focus on the importance of moral philosophy as a component of the decision making process.

PFPR 2015 | 45 hrs $443.25

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL

_{Provincial Offences}

Students interpret and apply provincial statutes. Topics studied include arrest, search and seizure authorities, common offences and the involvement of non-police agencies. Statutes examined will be: Provincial Offences Act, Liquor License Act, Trespass to Property Act, Residential Tenancies Act (2006), the Blind Persons’ Rights Act, Mental Health Act, Coroners Act, Child and Family Services Act, and the Family Law Act.

PFPR 2022 | 48 hrs $468

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL _{Traffic Management}

In this course the students will develop the knowledge, skills and ability to locate and apply sections of the Provincial Traffic Law. Students will practise locating topics in the Acts and Regulations, will master the definitions required to interpret traffic law and will apply the law concerning Police Authorities, driver’s licences, permits and rules of the road. Students will develop and practise interpersonal strategies and procedures for dealing with motor vehicle stops.

PFPR 2024 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE

OL _{Interviewing and Investigation}

This course focuses on interviewing and investigation skills. Students develop the interviewing skills necessary to retrieve information from victims, witnesses and suspects. They also learn the basic steps of investigation including the practical development of note-taking and observation skills.

PFPR 2039 | 42 hrs $418.50

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SEPT. 8 – DEC. 15 ONLINE JAN. 12 – APR. 19 ONLINE MAY 10 – AUG.16 ONLINE