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Duration
2 years
Tuition
$5,416
Commitment
Full-Time
Delivery
Classroom
Credential
Diploma
Year Founded
1966
Scholarships
yes
The Protection, Security and Investigation program at Mohawk College provides students with essential skills for careers in public safety, physical security, criminal justice, and crime prevention. Students benefit from hands-on training and scenario-based learning, guided by industry experts who bring current knowledge and techniques to the classroom. Graduates can pursue a variety of career paths, including roles with the Canadian Border Services Agency, private investigation, security, municipal bylaw enforcement, and public safety, among others.
The program covers a wide range of topics, including investigation techniques, interviewing, evidence collection, and risk assessments. Students also gain practical training for obtaining provincial licenses for security guard and private investigator roles. Other key areas of study include surveillance techniques, security system analysis, and stress management in protection and security careers.
In addition to technical skills, students are prepared for employment through industry-required report writing, court document preparation, and fitness training, when applicable. This program ensures that graduates are well-equipped to succeed in a rapidly evolving field, with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in protection, security, and investigation.
Admission Requirements
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
What You’ll Learn
- Understand criminal and civil laws involved in the protection of people and properties.
- Development of skills required in protection, security, and investigations careers in dynamic learning environments.
- Explore techniques and challenges in physical security environments in various emergency and criminal scenarios.
- Introduce technologies used in cybercrime investigations.
- Understand and complete the steps to professionally participate in investigations including report writing, interviewing and evidence collection.
- Develop health, wellness, and stress reduction skills relevant to emergency service careers.
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