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Duration

1 year

Tuition

$5,251

  Hamilton

Sep 1-Sep 1

Commitment

Full-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Graduate Certificate

Year Founded

1966

Scholarships

yes

Mohawk College’s Advanced Police Studies program is a comprehensive graduate-level course designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in law enforcement. Through hands-on training delivered by experienced faculty, former police officers, and law enforcement professionals, students are equipped with the practical skills and knowledge necessary for success in the field. The program includes experiential opportunities with local police services, providing students with real-world exposure to law enforcement environments. Additionally, students gain access to police recruiters from across the province, enhancing their career prospects.

The program emphasizes the development of critical skills such as crime scene management, intelligence-led policing, suspect detection, and apprehension. Students will also practice interviewing and investigation techniques, focusing on effective interactions with diverse individuals and groups. Throughout the program, students will receive training in areas such as mental health first aid, human trafficking awareness, and critical incident response, along with certification in CPR, First Aid, and firearms safety. By the end of the program, graduates will have honed their problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, positioning them for success in law enforcement careers.

Admission Requirements

  • Minimum two year College diploma in Police Foundations or Protection Security and Investigation or related field,
  • or University degree in Criminology or other related field,
  • or combination of education and work experience deemed equivalent by the College.

What You’ll Learn

  • Analyze policies, procedures, legislation, and social issues to make informed and appropriate policing decisions.
  • Conduct professional interactions that adhere to human rights, ethical standards, and organizational guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively and transparently in all aspects of investigation, enforcement, and community engagement.
  • Use modern technology to carry out policing duties in both routine and high-pressure situations.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound decisions in acute or stressful scenarios.
  • Develop and maintain physical fitness and wellness to meet or exceed industry standards, enhancing job performance.

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Student Reviews (11)

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Data preparation and machine learning

Amelia White

March 4, 2026

Graduated From

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

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I recently finished the Applied Artificial Intelligence program at Mohawk College, and it was an excellent experience. The program does a great job blending core AI concepts with hands-on projects, covering everything from data preparation and machine ...

I recently finished the Applied Artificial Intelligence program at Mohawk College, and it was an excellent experience. The program does a great job blending core AI concepts with hands-on projects, covering everything from data preparation and machine learning to natural language processing and computer vision applications.

Mohawk College

Full of greatness and growth

Henry Zhang

Hamilton • March 4, 2026

Graduated From

not provided

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

Coming from an international student who graduated around two months ago. I went through the bridging programme at Mohawk and am now studying at Brock University in the Accountancy COOP programme.

PROFESSORS & PEERS

Carol and Patricia...

Coming from an international student who graduated around two months ago. I went through the bridging programme at Mohawk and am now studying at Brock University in the Accountancy COOP programme.

PROFESSORS & PEERS

Carol and Patricia’s accounting classes were like learning step by step with someone guiding you through all the tricky parts. The assignments and classes matched up perfectly and actually made sense. Most of the time, they even gave us extra materials just to make sure we fully understood everything.

Elliot’s classes were always fun and easy to follow. He has this way of breaking down complex concepts so clearly and straight to the point. Great guy too, with a solid sense of humour and a really strong professional background!

James’s auditing and business info courses were solid as well. I have great respect for the fairness and integrity he consistently demonstrates in his classes. My biggest takeaway from him is to always stay true and fair to others and, most importantly, to myself.

Personally speaking, the professors truly value teaching and genuinely care about their students.

CAMPUS:

The campus is beautiful, full of diverse vegetation, wildlife and plants, with the Royal Air Force of geese on patrol four seasons a year, and in summer, ladybirds casually land on your shoulder to greet you.

(However, in my last one or two semesters, the public hygiene and environment near the main entrance did take a hit due to some students’ careless and deliberate damage.)

The library is also an amazing place to study, I spent most of my time there doom drinking coffee from the Tims express and hustling my way through the course content.

I also like how they divided the library into three zones, the upstairs the talking zone, the main library area downstairs, and a separate ultra quiet space inside the library designed for those who need complete silence, all came with computer access for those in need. There are also other good spots on campus for studying, like the EA area, which is also quite nice, with accessible entertainment options.

As for food, the options are fairly diverse, though the taste and quality might not be to everyone’s liking. Still, with Subway and Tims around, it’s honestly not the end of the world.

My three years there were full of greatness and growth, wasn’t a top student, I failed courses, repeated years, and made mistakes. But I’m genuinely grateful for that time. I made great friends and learnt lessons far beyond the textbooks, from both my peers and professors, which truly prepared me for the future and the Canadian society.

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