Law Clerk - Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and TechnologyCriminal Justice Education in CanadaCrime and Fire Programs -- Community College Programs
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Law Clerk - Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology's 2-year Diploma in Law and Security Administration - Private Security is designed to equip learners with the a broad range of knowledge and skills required to work in 'a variety of careers' the criminal justice field, particularly 'in the security sector (private and public).' The Program will, however, focus on 'various components of the security sector' with emphasis on the areas of corporate and commercial security, loss prevention, and risk management. Students will also undertake in-depth study of business practice. Graduates of the Program can pursue employment, career advancement, and/or educational opportunities in various areas of criminal justice system administration. Career-wise, graduates may apply for employment in government security agencies at the federal and provincial levels, private security firms, and numerous other employers. For example, graduates can pursue 'employment opportunities as correctional service officers or prison officers, as store investigators, loss control officers, security and safety officers, customs officers, retail security and other directly related employment.' Students should be aware that some positions will require further training and education as determined by the employer, and, because of the nature of the work, those who possess a criminal record may find it difficult to attain employment in security and other of the criminal justice system. Graduates of the Program may also further their education in the criminal justice or related fields at numerous institutes, colleges, and universities across Canada, often with advanced standing. To be eligible for admission into the Program, applicants must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 'with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) stream' including 'any Grade 12 English (C) or (U) or Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE) or BTSD-Level 4 Certificate or Human Services Foundation Ontario College Certificate (with at least a final average 2.0 GPA), or General Arts and Science Ontario College Certificate (with a minimum final average 2.0 GPA and completion of any Grade 12 English (C) or (U)), or Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED), or Mature Applicant (with completion of any Grade 12 English (C) or (U)).' All 'applicants who accept admission to the program must possess good health and must present written evidence of this as a condition of registration.' Although not required for admission, the College recommends that prospective students complete 'Grade 12 Challenge and Change in Society (U/C), Grade 11 Understanding Canadian Law (U/C) OR Grade 12 Canadian and International Law (U),Grade 12 Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society (U/C),' and 'Grade 12 Healthy Active Living Education (O).' Furthermore, it is suggested that 'students develop personal responsibility and leadership traits by participating in school and social organizations in positions such as cadet, prefect or student union officer.' Students should also 'develop good writing and speaking skills' as well as 'a knowledge of and interest in' the criminal justice field, especially security.
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