Customs and Immigration - Loyalist College of Applied Arts and TechnologySecurity Education in CanadaCrime and Fire Programs -- Community College Programs
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Customs and Immigration - Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology Combining theoretical and practical education, Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology's 2-year Diploma in Customs and Immigration exposes students to the knowledge and skills required to work in various areas of border security and related duties including providing students with 'essential skills in listening, observing, critical thinking, and decision making,' and communication, knowledge of 'legal issues, practices and procedures relating to the import/export field,' an understanding of 'the sociology of deviance,' and training in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention leading to certification in the latter. The Program also enables students to apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world situations via 2 work-experience placements in relevant work environments. A unique aspect of the Program is that its first year curriculum is shared with the College's other criminal justice programs including Community and Justice Services, Corporate and Commercial Security, Paralegal, and Police Foundations. The first year provides a general foundation into criminology and criminal justice including a 'sound knowledge of the justice system,' 'understanding of CanadaÆs current social and political structures,' and 'insight into human behaviour.' After successful completion of the first year, the College allows students to enroll in any of these latter programs or continue on with the current program. Students who want to transfer to another program 'are encouraged to discuss this with their faculty advisor and/or program coordinator.' Graduates of the Program can pursue employment, career advancement, and/or educational opportunities in various areas of Customs and Immigration or related fields. For example, common entry-level work for graduates include positions with Canada Border Services, customs brokerages, freight forwarders, and private businesses. Furthermore, 'depending on the position, starting salaries can range from $24,000 to $32,000, with entry-level government salaries beginning in the mid-$50,000s.' Some careers in this field, however, will requires students to undergo further training and/or education. Also, individuals with a criminal history may find it difficult to obtain employment in this field. Graduates may also further their respective training and education at various colleges, universities, and institutions often with advanced credit. The College has existing transfer agreements with Athabasca University, Carleton University, Griffith University, Nipissing University, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Ryerson University, and University of Windsor, and 'informal agreements are in place with other institutions and new transfer agreements are added annually.' Eligibility for admission to the Program falls under three categories, high school graduates, mature students, and transfer students. High school graduates or those under 19 years of age as of the Program's startdate must possess an 'Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or the equivalent,' including English 12 and credits at the at the general, advanced, (C), (U), (M), or (O) level. Although not required, the College recommends that high school students planing to apply for the Program to take Grade 12 Grade 12 Geography and Mathematics. Applicants who are 19 years of age or older at the start of the Program may apply under mature student status. Mature applicants may be required to write pre-entry tests and/or undertake college preparatory studies and thus should consult with the Admissions Office to determine if they are to take any examinations or courses. Mature students may receive 'course credits or exemptions' if they possess relevant and extensive life experience. Applicants who have 'prior education equivalent to Year One (from university and/or college) normally will be admitted directly to Year Two. Applicants seeking advanced standing are encouraged to review their qualifications with the program coordinator.' All applicants must undergo a Police Records Check as those with a criminal record 'may not be eligible for the required field placement.' Further, all applicants must complete a personal health history form before registering. Individuals 'with special needs or limitations which may affect their potential employment are encouraged to discuss their program and career goals with the coordinator prior to enrollment.'
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