Advanced Police Studies

Fanshawe’s Advanced Police Studies program is designed to give you a recruitment advantage to succeed in the ultra-competitive and modern policing world. You’ll learn skills that put you in the upper percentile of qualified policing candidates, including oral, written and investigative skills coupled with holistic approaches to resolving conflict.

You’ll experience the ins and outs of social services referral, court prosecution and alternative dispute resolution, and refine your ability to analyze and make appropriate decisions in complex situations.

Your new skills will be put to the test during a pair of five-week field placements that will give you valuable first-hand experience observing and documenting the role of a police officer under authentic conditions.

This intensive police studies program provides specialized knowledge and advanced skills to prepare graduates to become competent police recruit candidates. The curriculum focuses on the practical application of community policing models, provincial and federal statutes and crime scene investigative techniques.

Students will develop skills in oral and written communication, conflict resolution, conducting criminal investigations, court preparation and police vehicle operation. Physical fitness and officer safety will be emphasized.

As the purpose of this program is to prepare students for careers as a police officer or special constable, the in-class instruction, simulated learning and field practicum components of the program will reflect the standards of the Police Service. Applicants will be required to undergo a screening process similar to that used by police services.

What You’ll Learn

• Analyse situations and synthesize the various policies, procedures, legislation, social issues and community resources applicable to make appropriate decisions.
• Integrate legislative, professional, organizational and ethical standards to develop a personal code of conduct.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in all aspects of investigation, enforcement and community involvement.
• Utilize technology effectively in the execution of policing duties in both routine and complex situations.
• Utilize effective critical thinking, problem-solving decision making and multi-tasking in complex situations.
• Integrate physical activity, fitness and wellness standards into the development of a personal lifestyle.
• Integrate effective team/leadership/relationship building capabilities to promote effective and harmonious workplaces and community relations within a diverse society.
• Apply specialized investigative methods in securing, searching, recording, collecting, preserving and evaluating evidence for enforcement and prosecution of offences including generating appropriate, accurate and comprehensive reports and legal documentation.
• Illustrate a commitment to self-development and lifelong learning in the field of policing through the selection and implementation of effective strategies. agencies
• Utilize appropriate conflict and crisis management techniques during dispute resolution and in potentially dangerous situations.